Road Freight Business Development Manager (BDM)
Manchester
Up to £45,000
An established international logistics provider is seeking an experienced Road Freight Business Development Manager to drive growth across key European trade lanes. This is a high-impact commercial role focused on expanding road freight volumes and building long-term, profitable customer relationships.
Key Focus Trade Lanes
- UK Benelux region (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg)
- UK Germany
- UK Ireland
You will play a central role in developing these core corridors, identifying new business opportunities and converting them into sustainable revenue streams.
The Role
This is a pure business development and revenue growth position, ideal for a commercially driven logistics professional who excels at winning new accounts. Responsibilities include:
- Proactively generating new business across European road freight markets
- Driving lead generation through cold outreach, networking, referrals, and market research
- Building and managing a strong sales pipeline from prospect through to close
- Developing tailored freight solutions across groupage, LTL, and FTL services
- Working closely with operational and pricing teams to ensure service delivery and margin growth
- Maintaining a strong commercial presence within your assigned trade lanes
What We’re Looking For
- Proven success in business development within road freight / freight forwarding / logistics
- Strong track record in lead generation and converting new business opportunities
- Solid understanding of European road freight networks, particularly UK-Benelux, UK-Germany, and UK-Ireland trade flows
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate and close profitable deals
- Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working independently
What’s On Offer
- Opportunity to join a well-established international logistics business with strong market reputation
- High autonomy to build and grow your own customer base
- Up to £45,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
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Business Development Manager in Manchester employer: White Recruitment Limited
As a leading player in the wholesale sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our employees enjoy a competitive salary alongside generous benefits, including private medical insurance and ample annual leave, all while having the opportunity to make a significant impact on our product portfolio. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive culture, we empower our Range Managers to excel and grow within our organisation.
