At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities and building strong relationships.
- Company: Join PD Ports, a leading UK port business with a commitment to talent development.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, family leave, life insurance, and a cycle to work scheme.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment focused on professional growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making waves in the shipping and logistics industry.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in business development within ports or logistics is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
PD Ports is a leading UK port business offering end‑to‑end supply chain solutions, employing over 1,400 people in the UK.
With headquarters based in the Northeast of England, PD Ports owns and operates the UK’s sixth largest port by volume.
Operating out of 11 key ports and logistics centres across the UK, we are committed to retaining and developing talent nationwide.
A vacancy has arisen for an experienced full time Business Development Manager at PD Ports within the Unitised team at Teesport.
- Location
- Teesside
- Working Arrangements
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
- Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities with shipping lines/carriers, freight forwarders and cargo owners.
- Analysis of trade flows, market trends and competitor activity to target emerging routes and growth opportunities.
- Developing and maintaining a pipeline of new opportunities, clearly prioritising and forecasting.
- Preparing compelling commercial proposals, leading negotiations and delivering new business growth.
- Representing PD Ports at industry events, conferences and networking forums.
Qualifications & expectations
- Is growth-oriented, looking for opportunities to expand the reach of Unitised.
- Is customer obsessed with a deep understanding of customer needs, pain points and decision drivers.
- Entrepreneurial and creative, comfortable operating with autonomy.
- Resilient, handling rejection, long sales cycles and market volatility with persistence.
- Professional and ethical, always upholding the values of PD Ports
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or commercial roles within ports, shipping, logistics, or supply chain is essential.
Benefits
We offer 25 days holiday, paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, life insurance and a cycle to work scheme.
If you are interested in this opportunity please apply in writing, outlining relevant skills & experience, to hr. recruitment@pdports. co. uk and use job reference
BDMNW3066 .
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Business Development Manager employer: Teesport
PD Ports is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Teesside, where innovation and growth are at the forefront of our operations. With a strong commitment to employee development, we provide numerous opportunities for career advancement, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous holiday allowances and family leave. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture that values resilience and creativity, making a meaningful impact in the logistics and supply chain industry.
