Business Development Manager

MAP Transit; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to advance into management

Job summary

A growing logistics brokerage in Chicago is seeking a Business Development Manager to focus on new business development. The role involves prospecting new accounts, building relationships with OTR shippers, and quoting freight efficiently. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong sales and communication skills, preferably with experience in logistics or freight brokerage. This position offers the opportunity to advance into management as your book grows.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or freight brokerage preferred.
• Ability to make 80+ outbound calls per day.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop new accounts.
• Build relationships with OTR shippers and customers.
• Quote and price freight efficiently.
• Collaborate with Operations and Management.

Skills

Sales drive

Communication skills

Self-starter

Job description

Business Development Manager New Business Development (Chicago, IL)

Location: Chicago Office

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

We’re looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to join our growing team in Chicago.

This role focuses on new business development: cold calling, quoting freight, and building long term customer relationships.

We are pretty laid back! A collaborative team that already works with great customers, carriers, and we are ready to continue our growth!

What You’ll Do:

• Prospect and develop new accounts (target: 80+ outbound calls per day)
• Build relationships with OTR shippers and customers across different industries
• Quote and price freight efficiently
• Collaborate with Operations and Management to ensure smooth onboarding

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong sales drive and communication skills
• Experience in logistics or freight brokerage preferred
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Based in or willing to relocate to Chicago

What You’ll Get:

• Opportunity to advance into management as your book grows

If you’re looking to build your own book of business in a collaborative, growth focused brokerage — we’d love to connect!