Job Description
Business Development Manager
* Annual Salary: £35,000+
* Location: Fareham
* Job Type: Full-time, Office-based
We are seeking a proactive and dynamic Business Development Manager for our successful and busy operation. This role is ideal for a sales professional who is ready to maintain and expand client relationships and ensure the growth of our operations across the UK, and abroad.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Maintain commercial relationships with the existing client base and develop new business from customers based in the UK as well as overseas
* Conduct face-to-face visits with customers throughout the UK and the Channel Islands, requiring regular travel.
* Work closely with operational teams to align sales strategies with operational capabilities.
* Focus on winning new business and working towards agreed budget targets in line with the company's growth strategy.
* Strengthen market position by locating, developing, defining, promoting, negotiating, and securing new business opportunities.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum of 5 years' commercial sales experience, preferably in international groupage services or UK domestic distribution.
* Strong understanding of the international groupage market or UK domestic distribution.
* Proven business development skills and relationship building capabilities.
* Ability to independently plan and execute strategies with minimal supervision.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Excellent interpersonal, administration, and negotiation skills.
* A valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and car allowance.
* Full training specific to the job requirements.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading global company.
* Active efforts in improving quality, health, safety, and environmental sustainability.
To apply for the Business Development Manager position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.