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Business Development Manager
1. Join a high-growth, stable freight business offering a clear career development opportunities and strong earnings potential
2. Office-based new business role ideal for early-career sales professionals with the opportunity to meet customers face to face
3. £35,000 to £40,000 basic plus uncapped OTE
4. £6,900 car allowance
Location: Southampton (office-based role)
The Company
Join a fast-growing freight business that provides air, ocean and road freight services to companies across the UK, our client has been established for over 15 years, has 160 employees and turns over £136 million. As an employer they pride themselves on having a work hard, earn huge culture, are proud of being a meritocracy and offer clear progression pathways. Some of their core values are; Fun, Transparency and Collaboration!
The Role
As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for generating new business opportunities with companies in the following industry sectors such as pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and hardware, selling to the C-Suite.
The sales cycle can be a couple of weeks up to several months, your focus will be on identifying, winning and developing new customers and retaining them with the goal of building a strong account base and ultimately compounding your earnings year on year. The role is designed for individuals who want to build a long-term client base and increase earnings year on year through consistent performance. The Business Development Manager role is varied in that you will deal with prospects and customers on the phone, virtually and in person. Please note this role is office based when not out in the field.
Key Requirements
5. Minimum 1+ year experience in any type of sales role
6. Resilient, motivated and commercially driven
7. Eager to learn, develop and progress within a sales career
8. Strong communication skills and positive attitude
The Package
9. £35,000-£40,000 basic
10. £6,900 car allowance
11. Commission paid on top of basic salary
12. Realistic commission progression:£2.6k year one£12.8k year two£24k year three