Business Development Manager - Freight in Folkestone

Business Development Manager - Freight in Folkestone

Folkestone Full-Time 35000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive new business in freight forwarding across Europe and build strong customer relationships.
  • Company: Dynamic logistics company specialising in international freight solutions.
  • Benefits: Negotiable salary, commission scheme, hybrid working, and generous holiday allowance.
  • Other info: Opportunities for career growth and employee rewards.
  • Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make an impact in the logistics industry.
  • Qualifications: Sales experience in freight forwarding and excellent communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.

Location: Folkestone

Salary: Negotiable DOE

Our client specialise in international freight forwarding and logistics providing road, sea, air, customs, warehousing, and courier solutions. They are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their commercial team, with a primary focus on developing new European road freight business whilst identifying opportunities across their wider service offering.

Job Overview

  • Develop new business across road, sea, air, and courier freight, as well as customs and warehousing services
  • Identify and convert new customers and profitable business opportunities
  • Support the operations team with account management to deliver a tailored service to customers
  • Build and develop relationships with new and existing customers
  • Ensure profitable margins are achieved across customer accounts
  • Travel to meet with prospective and existing customers

Requirements

  • Previous sales experience within a freight forwarding or logistics business is essential
  • Proven experience selling road, sea, or air freight services
  • European road freight experience would be advantageous
  • Good understanding of transport and worldwide logistics
  • Excellent customer service, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to build strong relationships both over the phone and face-to-face
  • Ability to work within a fast-paced environment

Salary & Benefits

  • Negotiable salary depending on experience
  • Commission scheme
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Hybrid working (minimum one day per week in the office, ideally two)
  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Contributory private healthcare
  • Long service reward scheme
  • Referral bonus scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Business Development Manager - Freight in Folkestone employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

Join a leading player in the HVAC sector as a Chiller Engineer in Kent, where you will benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries ranging from £40-47k, generous holiday allowances, and travel expenses covered, this role offers not just a job, but a rewarding career path in a thriving industry. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a dynamic team environment while contributing to impactful projects across the South East.

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

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We think you need these skills to ace Business Development Manager - Freight in Folkestone

Sales Experience in Freight Forwarding
Knowledge of Road, Sea, and Air Freight Services
European Road Freight Experience
Understanding of Transport and Worldwide Logistics
Customer Service Skills
Communication Skills
Negotiation Skills