Job Type: Senior Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding Location: Southampton Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + HUGE Comms Sector: Sales Hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Job Reference: SN(phone number removed) A Business Development Manager is required to join a multi-site Freight Forwarder are looking for a Senior Business Development Manager for their office in Lutterworth . The Business Development Manager will have worked for a Freight Forwarder and will have working experience within Operations, Key accounts management and New Business Sales. Responsible for the identification, acquisition, development and retention of a customer base within the Air, Sea & Rail freight modes. You will be fully accountable for the growth of GP across these modes and in line with a structured sales scheme. The Package £50K - £100K basic- Depending on experience – Uncapped Comms – Six Figure Earnings! The Senior Business Development Manager Role: * This will be primarily an office & field based role. * Achieve new business sales targets by developing relationships with new (and lapsed) customers * Generate own leads and opportunities and follow up on any leads and referrals resulting from Company Operations activity * Own the sales process from lead generation to closing the sale * Negotiate sale (price, costs, delivery and specifications) with buyers and close the sale * Effectively interact with the Operations team * Company's products, services and pricing structures * Maintain sales pipeline using CRM software * Maintain a monthly personal sales activity plan The Senior Business Development Manager Requirements: * MUST have Freight Operations. * Preferable previous experience in a sales or key account management role at a freight forwarder * Skilled at Freight quotations and rate negotiations * An excellent communicator both written and verbally * Excellent IT skills Our client offers a fantastic Basic Salary + Commissions and Benefits package that is the best in the industry and is negotiable dependent upon previous industry experience. This is a modern, dynamic business looking to secure the services of a bright Sales professional looking for their big break! They offer excellent working conditions and a vibrant atmosphere. If you're looking for a fresh challenge in a business that offers you support, but also the freedom to manage your own desk please - APPLY NOW for an informal chat
Senior Business Development Manager in Southampton employer: Adore Recruitment Ltd
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Essex, where your Chemistry degree can lead to a fulfilling career in manufacturing. With comprehensive training, long-term career progression, and exposure to advanced production operations, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a specialist environment that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
