Business Development Manager – Freight & Logistics

Business Development Manager – Freight & Logistics

Location: Manchester / Hybrid
Salary: Up to £100,000 Basic (DOE) Commission Structure / Car Allowance /Benefits
Sector: Freight Forwarding / Multimodal Logistics

About the Role:

A key client of mine and BIG player in the industry is seeking an experienced and results-driven Business Development Manager to join their growing team.

This role is focused on driving revenue growth by acquiring new clients and expanding existing business across Air, Road & Sea Freight, and Customs Services. With a strong reputation and experience within Multimodal Logistics, they’re looking for someone who can bring strategic insight, commercial acumen, and a passion for delivering tailored logistics solutions that exceed customer expectations and ideally contacts / clients with them into the business / new role.

Key Responsibilities:

* Identify and pursue new business opportunities across air, sea, road freight, and customs services.

* Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet and exceed revenue targets.

* Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.

* Collaborate with internal operational teams to deliver seamless logistics solutions.

* Conduct market research to stay ahead of trends, customer needs, and competitor activity.

* Prepare and deliver customised sales presentations and proposals.

* Negotiate contracts, rates, and service agreements with clients.

* Provide accurate sales forecasts, performance updates, and reports to senior management.

Key Requirements:

* Proven track record in business development or sales within the freight forwarding/logistics sector.

* In-depth knowledge of multimodal logistics, with a strong focus on air and sea freight.

* Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

* Strong relationship-building ability with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

* Target-driven with a demonstrable history of achieving and exceeding KPIs.

* Proficient in CRM systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.

* Able to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

* Leadership: Ready to step in from day one.

* Communication: Excellent spoken and written English; able to deal confidently with customers and suppliers.

* Stability: Consistent employment history that shows reliability and commitment

Why Join the Business?

* Be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious logistics company with a global reach.

* Competitive salary with performance-related bonus structure.

* Real career development opportunities and long-term growth potential.

* Supportive team culture with a focus on innovation and customer excellence.

* Pension

* EAP for self and family

* Social events of the company

* Eye voucher

* Death in service
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed