Job Description
Business Development Manager - Freight (Air & Sea)
Location: Sheffield
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + Bonus
A growing, independently owned freight forwarder is looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to support continued growth across air and sea freight operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven freight professional who understands both the operational and sales side of the industry and is looking to join a business with a strong customer-first approach and genuine room to make an impact. The company operates across air, sea, road and multimodal freight solutions with a strong focus on tailored customer service and relationship-led logistics.
The Role
You'll be responsible for developing new business opportunities while also managing and growing existing customer relationships. This is a hands-on commercial role suited to someone who enjoys building long-term partnerships and understands the day-to-day realities of freight forwarding.
The position will involve:
* Generating new business across air & sea freight services
* Managing and developing existing customer accounts
* Quoting and negotiating freight solutions
* Working closely with operational teams to ensure service delivery
* Identifying growth opportunities across import/export business
* Attending client meetings and networking within the market
What We're Looking For
* Previous freight forwarding sales or commercial experience
* Strong understanding of air & sea freight operations
* Knowledge of imports/exports, customs and multimodal forwarding
* Ability to develop and maintain client relationships
* Commercially minded with a proactive approach to business development
* Existing client relationships or transferable business would be highly advantageous
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