Job Title: Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding Location: Basildon, UK Salary: Up to £75k basic (depending on experience and portfolio) + car allowance + performance-related commission/bonuses About the Role: Our client is looking to expand their Basildon office with a dynamic, commercially minded BDM who can bring energy, ideas, and growth potential to the branch. This is a long-term investment role, where the successful candidate will initially be supported under a restricted period (6-12 months) but is expected to develop opportunities and target their own portfolio of business by year 2. While the office is currently predominantly Ocean Freight-focused, the client is open to candidates with experience in Air and Road Freight, customs, or vertical sectors such as Hospitality Logistics. Key Responsibilities: Develop and grow new business opportunities across Air, Road, and Ocean Freight services. Manage and grow relationships with clients, identifying key opportunities to increase revenue. Target a portfolio of business over time, balancing existing client relationships and new business development. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure service delivery aligns with customer requirements. Operate commercially, including pricing discussions and revenue generation strategies. Work within the restrictions period, focusing on select accounts if required, and develop a personal and branch growth plan for long...