Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding
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Dudley / Hybrid Field-Based
Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits
I'm currently working in partnership with a well-established, growing international freight forwarding business to recruit an experienced Business Development Manager.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly reputable logistics provider with decades of experience delivering global freight solutions across air, sea, and road. The business has built a strong name in the market through service quality, long-standing client relationships, and a flexible, customer-first approach.
What's on Offer
* Salary up to £50,000
* Car/Car Allowance
* Commission and Bonus
* Private healthcare
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Hybrid working - field-based with flexibility
* Opportunity to join a growing, ambitious freight forwarder with strong market presence
* Supportive leadership and a business that values autonomy and results
The Role
This is a hybrid, field-based sales position, focused on driving new business growth across the Midlands and surrounding areas.
* Proactively generate new business through cold calling, networking, and client visits
* Develop and manage your own pipeline across multimodal freight (air, sea & road)
* Identify opportunities within import/export and supply chain solutions
* Build long-term relationships with SME and corporate clients
* Work closely with internal operations teams to deliver tailored logistics solutions
About You
* Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (air/sea/road)
* Strong hunter mentality with experience in cold business development
* Commercially driven with the ability to win and grow accounts
* Knowledge of international logistics and supply chain solutions
* Full UK driving licence
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