Location: Essex / HybridSalary: Up to 50,000 plus car and commissionType: PermanentThe RoleOur client is looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to develop new business across Ocean freight forwarding.You will be responsible for generating your own leads, winning new customers and developing profitable, long-term accounts. The role is highly customer-facing, with regular UK travel and a strong focus on new business development.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify, target and win new business within import freight forwarding.Generate predominantly self-sourced leads, alongside referrals and dormant accounts.Build profitable, long-term customer relationships.Promote import freight, container transport and wider logistics services.Identify cross-selling opportunities across sea freight, transport, container sales and hire.Conduct customer meetings, calls and networking activities.Travel regularly throughout the UK to meet prospects and customers.Support the handover of newly won business to operations.Work with internal teams on rates, pricing and profit margins.Ensure new business delivers strong commercial returns.Attend sales meetings and provide regular sales activity and performance reports.About YouProven sales/business development experience within freight forwarding, logistics, haulage or container transport.Strong knowledge of import sea freight.Demonstrable track record of winning new business.Commercially aware with an understanding of pricing and margins.Strong customer relationship and negotiation skills.Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office.Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills.Self-motivated, tenacious and target-driven.Confident working independently and meeting customers face-to-face.Willing to travel regularly throughout the UK.WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Business Development Manager in Chelmsford employer: White Recruitment
Join a leading global manufacturer of critical power solutions, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence. With a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and comprehensive training opportunities, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Located in the vibrant area of Borehamwood, you will enjoy a fulfilling career while contributing to essential energy resilience solutions in London and the South East.
