Business Development Manager – Logistics

JLS TRAINING HOUSE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and training firm in Singapore seeks a Business Development Manager to identify and close opportunities within the logistics and transportation sectors. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and 3-7 years of experience in business development. You will need strong negotiation skills, the ability to build client relationships, and proficiency in market research. We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain services.
• Strong understanding of logistics operations, supply chain solutions, and regional market trends.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing client portfolios.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and business analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities within logistics, supply chain, and transportation sectors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with key accounts.
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams to negotiate contracts.
• Develop strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Conduct market research and identify trends for business optimization.
• Attend industry events and networking sessions.
• Prepare reports on sales performance and market opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

CRM

Market Research

Account Management

Supply Chain

MS Office

Freight

Networking

Transportation

Business Analytics

Supply Chain Management

Presentation Skills

Business Development

Able To Work Independently

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities within logistics, supply chain, and transportation sectors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with key accounts, understanding their business needs and offering tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with operations,, and finance teams to structure proposals and negotiate contracts.
• Develop strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets and expand market share.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and identify trends to optimize business strategies.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and networking sessions to promote the company and generate leads.
• Prepare reports on sales performance, pipeline, and market opportunities for senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain services.
• Strong understanding of logistics operations, supply chain solutions, and regional market trends.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing client portfolios.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and business analytics is a plus.

Tell employers what skills you have

• Negotiation>
• CRM
• Market Research
• Account Management
• Supply Chain
• MS Office
• Freight
• Networking
• Transportation
• Business Analytics
• Supply Chain Management
• Presentation Skills
• Business Development
• Able To Work Independently