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Freight Business Development Manager - Freight Sales (Sea, Road & Air)
Competitive Salary + Profit Share | 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
We're hiring!
Join one of the largest privately owned international freight forwarding companies as they continue to expand their UK team. We're looking for a highly motivated Freight Business Development Manager based in Leeds, with a strong bias toward specialist sea freight operations, and proven experience across road and sea freight sales.
What We're Offering
* Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
* Holiday: 25 days per year + bank holidays (pro-rata from start date)
* Incentives: Share of nett profit on company profits / Commision structure
* Pension: Auto-enrolment after successful 3-month probation
* Additional Benefits: Free private healthcare after 3 years of service
Your Role
As Freight Business Development Manager, you will:
* Identify, target, and secure new business across all freight modes
* Drive growth in our specialist sea freight division
* Build strong relationships with new and existing clients
* Deliver tailored logistics solutions that add real value
* Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure excellent service
What You'll Need
* Proven sales experience in freight forwarding, with a strong emphasis on sea freight with a UK based forwarder
* Deep understanding of international shipping, logistics regulations, and documentation
* Commercial drive and the ability to meet and exceed targets
* Confident communicator and skilled negotiator
* Self-motivated with excellent time management
Location: Office-based in Leeds, with flexibility for client visits and occasional UK or overseas travel.
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Business Development and Sales
* Industries
Truck Transportation
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