Business Development Manager (Freight Forwarding/Logistics)
Tilbury
45,000 - 50,000 + Commission + Long-Term Career Prospects + Internal/External Training Opportunities + Hybrid Office & Field Role + Well-Established/Successful Business + Full-Time/Permanent + Company Benefits
Excellent opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join a well-established and highly respected freight forwarder, where you will take ownership of driving new business across global logistics services and contribute directly to company growth.
On offer is the chance to work a commercially rewarding role offering full autonomy to source and convert leads, with flexibility to operate both in the field and from the office, backed by an experienced operational team.
This AEO-accredited freight forwarding business, specialising in ocean imports from the Far East. With direct links to all major UK ports and airports, they handle global shipments across sea, air, road, and rail. Their deep industry expertise and modern approach make them a trusted partner for importers and exporters across the UK.
You'll be at the forefront of our sales efforts, identifying new opportunities, building relationships, and providing tailored solutions to clients across a range of freight requirements..
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly secure sector with long-term progression potential and training incentives, where you'll play a key part in their growth with driving up new business.
THE ROLE:
*Proactively source new business leads and follow up leads provided by internal teams
*Generate new import/export sales across all modes of freight
*Meet clients in person and conduct office-based account development
THE PERSON:
*Experience Freight Forwarding/Logistics Sales
*Strong negotiation skills
*Good track record in sales and business development
Reference Number - BBBH(phone number removed)
Tilbury, Gravesend, Northfleet, Dartford, Stanford-le-Hope, Chadwell St Mary, Rainham, Essex.
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Aliesha Kumar at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Back to searchBusiness Development Manager (Freight Forwarding/Logistics)
Rise Technical Recruitment
Posted 21 days ago, valid for 23 days
Tilbury Juxta Clare, Essex CO9 4JP, England
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for a Business Development Manager in Freight Forwarding/Logistics based in Tilbury, offering a salary between £45,000 and £50,000 plus commission.
- Candidates should have experience in Freight Forwarding or Logistics Sales, along with strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in sales and business development.
- The role involves sourcing new business leads, generating import/export sales, and meeting clients for account development.
- This position promises long-term career prospects, internal and external training opportunities, and the flexibility of a hybrid office and field role.
- The company is a well-established freight forwarder specializing in global logistics services, with direct links to major UK ports and airports.
