At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business acquisition and optimise logistics for global supply chains.
- Company: Join Kuehne+Nagel, a global leader in logistics with a strong heritage.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, pension plan, and wellness support for you and your family.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and mentoring local sales teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global supply chains and customer relationships.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant field and experience in customs brokerage or business development.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
It's more than a job As a National Customs Business Development Manager at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly.
For example, your work could ensure that a global product launch happens on time—such as ethically sourced beauty and bath products stocked at local stores for your loved one's valued self-care routine.
It's import and export work, but it's also so much more than we imagine.
Lead the development and execution of the national customs growth strategy by driving new business acquisition, expanding existing customer partnerships, and collaborating across the organization to deliver innovative customs and trade compliance solutions.
How you create impact Develop and execute the corporate customs business development strategy aligned with country growth objectives.
Identify, qualify, and secure new customs brokerage opportunities across key industry verticals while building and managing a healthy sales pipeline through CRM.
Develop compelling value propositions covering customs brokerage, trade compliance, duty optimization, and consulting services to meet customer needs.
Work closely with the Customs Operations team to ensure smooth implementation and customer onboarding and collaborate with Sea, Air, Road, Contract Logistics, and Sales teams to generate cross-selling on custom standalone opportunities.
Participate in customer business reviews (QBRs/MBRs) and executive meetings to strengthen strategic relationships.
Support pricing strategy and ensure commercial proposals achieve targeted profitability.
Represent the company at industry events, chambers of commerce, and customer networking activities.
Mentor and support local sales teams to improve customs knowledge and opportunity generation.#LI-PY1What we would like you to bring Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field.
Proven experience in customs brokerage, trade compliance, business development, or international logistics.
Strong commercial mindset with a successful track record in business development and customer growth.
Expertise in strategic account management, solution selling, and customs-related service offerings.
Solid understanding of customs regulations, international trade processes, and compliance requirements.
Strong financial and commercial acumen, including pricing, profitability, and margin management.
You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre.
We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling.
All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference.
Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
Permanent
Locations
Business Development Manager - Acquisitions in Dartford, Kent employer: Kühne + Nagel
At Kuehne+Nagel, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in the logistics industry. With a strong focus on operational excellence and innovation, we foster a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth. Located in the UK, this role offers the unique opportunity to lead transformative initiatives within a global network, ensuring that your contributions resonate across more than 40 countries while enjoying a supportive environment that values your expertise and vision.
