Business Development Manager

Our client, a comprehensive freight forwarding and cargo handling service, offering International logistics solutions – from time sensitive Air Freight and Worldwide Sea Freight to European Express transport and warehousing, are looking to recruit a Business Development Manager to be based at offices in Redditch, Worcestershire. On Offer: * An exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation with exciting plans for future growth * Offering up to £50k base dependant on experience with an OTE of £60-£65K Per Annum * Working hours – Monday to Friday: (Apply online only)hrs * 4 Days office based, 1 Day road based * Positive team environment working in a modern office * 22 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays and Pension Scheme Main Purpose of the Role: * This senior sales role involves developing new business, by way of cold calling and face to face visiting, you will be reporting to the director * Negotiating with Air, Road and Sea Freight suppliers to obtain the most competitive rates to enable you to calculate and submit quotations, following up and securing trial bookings. * Once on board you will be responsible for developing the business potential and nurturing the relationship. Duties and Responsibilities * New Business Development * Account management of existing clients. * Building / nurturing client relationships to maximise business potential. * Negotiating with air, road, sea freight suppliers to obtain rates. * Calculating and submitting quotations. * Follow up of quotations to close and secure trial bookings. * New & Existing client visiting (Averagely 1 day per week). * Internal liaison with the sales team assisting with quotations and service information. * Liaison with the Operations team to pass on the necessary client instructions / info. * Where necessary support the Ops team with communication with the clients. To Be Considered: * Proven Business to Business (B2B) Sales Experience. * Freight Industry experience is an advantage but not essential. * Cold calling experience. * Excellent customer service experience. * Confident communication skills. * Good organisational skills. * Good attention to detail. * Can work to deadlines and handle pressure. * Quick thinker / problem solving. * Self-motivated and enthusiastic character. * Ability to work with and support a team. For more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry