Job Description
Business Development Manager – Logistics & Aerospace
Location: Derby, UK
Salary: ~£80K base + 20% bonus + car + benefits
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a driven Business Development Manager to lead UK growth for a global logistics and industrial services organisation. If you excel at building high-value relationships, winning complex deals, and shaping commercial strategy, this role gives you the autonomy and backing to make a major impact.
What You’ll Do
* Deliver the UK growth plan across aerospace, defence, and advanced manufacturing
* Identify and close new business opportunities
* Work with technical teams to design tailored logistics and 3PL solutions
* Represent the business at industry events and with senior clients
* Provide accurate pipeline forecasting and customer insights
* Support a business development trainee (V.I.E.)
What You’ll Bring
1. 8–10+ years in business development or sales within logistics, aerospace, or industrial sectors
2. Proven success in complex, consultative sales
3. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
4. Self-driven, strategic, and comfortable working independently
5. Willingness to trav...