Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Business Development Manager – Freight ForwardingA well‐established global logistics provider is looking for a driven and commercially astute Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across the South West region. You\’ll represent a leading logistics and supply chain provider, offering multimodal freight, warehousing, customs, and e‐commerce solutions to a diverse client base. This is a field‐based role with flexibility, autonomy, and the backing of a national infrastructure.

Must have previous experience in Freight OR Logistics

Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Location: United Kingdom

Benefits

Competitive base salary with uncapped commission.

Private healthcare and pension scheme.

Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with national support.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a regional sales strategy to win new business across freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply‐chain services.

Identify and engage prospective clients across key industries in the South West, including manufacturing, retail, and e‐commerce.

Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from SMEs to large enterprises.

Collaborate with internal operations, customs, and commercial teams to deliver tailored, end‐to‐end solutions.

Represent the company at regional networking events, trade shows, and industry forums.

Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular pipeline and performance updates.

Skills & Attributes

Proven success in B2B sales within logistics, freight, or supply‐chain sectors.

Strong knowledge of the South West business landscape and regional logistics challenges.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‐building skills.

Self‐starter with a hunter mentality and a passion for delivering value to clients.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid‐Senior level

Employment type: Full‐time

Job function: Sales, Business Development, and Supply Chain

Industries: Freight and Package Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Warehousing and Storage

If you would like to find out more, please get in touch with me as soon as possible on 0117 422 4910.

Look forward to hearing from you!

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