Job Title: Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding
Location: Based remotely covering the North of the UK

About the Role
We are looking for a driven and commercially focused Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager to join my client’s growing team. This role is responsible for achieving sales targets through a combination of new business generation and development of existing accounts. You will play a key role in building strong client relationships, identifying opportunities, and promoting a broad range of multimodal services. Selling and promoting freight forwarding services, mainly sea freight services, across the north of the UK, from North Birmingham up to Scotland
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated freight sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering tailored solutions to clients.

Key Responsibilities
Build and develop relationships with new, lapsed, and existing clients
Conduct face-to-face meetings to understand client needs and present tailored solutions
Achieve agreed sales targets including revenue, pipeline, and activity levels
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of customer opportunities
Keep client records accurate and up to date within the CRM system
Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
Promote new service offerings to clients
Support improvements to the overall client journey and experience
Assist with client entertainment and relationship-building activities when required
Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested

Skills & Experience
Strong Sea freight forwarding sales experience
Strong sales and customer service skills with the ability to build relationships across cultures and countries
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Confident presenter with the ability to deliver compelling solutions
Good Microsoft Office skills
Highly organised with strong time management
Experience using CRM systems
Knowledge of supplier services and changing market conditions
Understanding of multimodal service offerings (desirable)

Key Behaviours
Personable, professional, and approachable
Positive and engaging with a collaborative mindset
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Results-focused with a strong drive to succeed
Team player with a proactive attitude

Salary & Benefits
Salary 50,000 to 75,000
Monthly Bonus scheme
Car Allowance
Pension
25 Days holiday