Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding Leeds 55,000 basic + bonus incentives
Are you a commercially minded Business Development Manager with experience in freight forwarding? Looking for an opportunity to grow new business, build lasting client relationships and make a real impact within a growing logistics business?
We're looking for a driven BDM to help develop and expand a multimodal freight forwarding operation, with a particular focus on air and sea freight.
What's on offer?
- 55,000 basic salary (DOE)
- Bonus incentives
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension
- Free healthcare after 3 years' service, with basic cover from day one
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Ongoing development and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing business
The role
- Identify and develop new business opportunities across the freight forwarding market.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
- Drive sales growth, with a particular focus on air and sea freight services.
- Develop multimodal freight opportunities, including road transport.
- Identify customer requirements and deliver tailored logistics solutions.
- Prepare and present proposals, negotiate rates and close new business.
- Work closely with internal operations teams to ensure a smooth transition from sale to service delivery.
- Monitor market trends, identify opportunities and contribute to the wider commercial strategy.
About you
- Previous experience in business development within freight forwarding or international logistics is essential.
- A strong understanding of air and sea freight, ideally alongside multimodal services.
- A proven ability to win new business and develop profitable customer relationships.
- Confident negotiating rates and presenting logistics solutions to customers.
- Commercially aware, proactive and motivated to achieve sales targets.
- A relationship builder who enjoys developing opportunities and seeing them through.
This is an opportunity to join a growing business where you can use your industry knowledge and commercial skills to help drive the next stage of growth, with a competitive package and opportunities to develop your career.
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Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding in Leeds employer: WR Logistics
Join a thriving logistics company in Bradford that prioritises employee growth and job security. With a supportive culture and a diverse workforce, you'll enjoy a modern office environment and the opportunity to progress your career while managing varied road freight shipments. The company values your experience and offers flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
