Business Development Executive in Liverpool

Join Our Team as Business Development Manager / Executive – TLS Logistics Liverpool

About TLS Logistics

TLS Logistics has been a trusted 3PL partner for businesses since 2000, delivering tailored, reliable, and innovative logistics solutions to eco-conscious companies. Our integrated services include 3PL operations, bonded and non-bonded warehousing, distribution, fulfilment, and international freight forwarding across air, sea, road, and intermodal routes. With over 1,100 experienced professionals, we proudly serve more than 1,000 satisfied clients in industries including FMCG, Food & Beverage, Packaging, Automotive, and Healthcare.

As one of Turkey’s fastest-growing logistics companies, TLS Logistics continues to expand its global footprint by delivering reliable and innovative supply chain solutions. We are growing rapidly, with a strong presence in key locations including Rotterdam, Liverpool, Nevada, Istanbul, and New Jersey. As we continue strengthening our position in the UK market, we are looking for ambitious professionals to join our commercial team.

Why Us?

As we continue expanding our UK operations, we're looking for a commercially driven professional who is passionate about building relationships and creating new business opportunities. At TLS, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Play a key role in the commercial growth of our UK operations.
• Work for a fast-growing international logistics company with global capabilities.
• Build long-term relationships with customers across multiple industries.
• Be part of a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and international working environment.
• Develop your career with excellent growth opportunities and performance-driven rewards.

This position is based in Liverpool, United Kingdom. This is more than a sales role—it's an opportunity to help shape the future growth of TLS Logistics in one of Europe's most competitive logistics markets.

Business Development Manager / Executive

As our UK operations continue to expand, we are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager / Executive to strengthen our commercial team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new business opportunities across the UK freight forwarding market. This is a genuine hunter role, focused on winning new customers rather than managing an existing customer portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, approach, and acquire new customers within the UK logistics and freight forwarding market.
• Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives.
• Build long-term relationships with manufacturers, importers, exporters, and trading companies.
• Generate new opportunities across sea, air, road, and multimodal freight services.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and commercial negotiations.
• Prepare quotations and collaborate with pricing and operations teams to deliver competitive logistics solutions.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through proactive prospecting and networking.
• Represent TLS Logistics at industry events, exhibitions, and networking activities.
• Monitor market developments, competitor activities, and emerging business opportunities.
• Achieve agreed sales targets while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Business Development or Freight Forwarding Sales within the UK logistics industry.
• Proven track record of acquiring new customers and generating sustainable business growth.
• Strong knowledge of the UK freight forwarding market and international logistics services.
• Existing network within manufacturers, importers, exporters, or logistics decision-makers is highly desirable.
• Experience developing business with companies trading with Turkey, the Netherlands, and the United States would be a significant advantage.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Commercially driven with a proactive, hunter-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with international teams.
• Professional proficiency in English is mandatory.
• Full right to work in the United Kingdom.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work for a rapidly expanding international logistics company.
• Dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Exposure to international customers and global supply chain solutions.
• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth of TLS Logistics' UK business.

Step into your next career adventure with TLS Logistics in Liverpool. Join us in expanding our presence across the UK logistics market and become part of a team committed to innovation, customer success, and sustainable growth. Apply now and take the next step in your international logistics sales career.

TLS Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. All candidates will be assessed transparently and fairly regardless of race, gender, background, orientation, or beliefs. At TLS, we believe that quality and integrity begin with people, and every individual brings value to our shared journey.