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- Salary: £45000 - £50000 per annum + Car, Commission
- Type: Full Time
- Region: UK - West Midlands
- Town/City: Birmingham, West Midlands
- Posted: 28/07/2025
- Reference: 40228_1753692270
Job Description
Gleeson is seeking a freight professional to join a Global Freight Business. This role calls for an adept individual experienced in exporting/importing goods via Road, Sea, or Air and possessing a solid grasp of Business Growth.
Job Title: Business Development Manager
Locations : Heathrow , Manchester
Package: £45,000 + Car
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate diverse industries and geographic regions to gauge demand and growth potential for freight services.
- Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory shifts, and emerging technologies impacting the industry.
- Build and sustain a database of leads and prospects for ongoing outreach.
- Actively generate a pipeline of potential clients by networking, attending trade shows, and engaging in relevant events.
- Foster strong relationships with current clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty.
- Regularly communicate with clients to understand their evolving needs and identify additional service opportunities.
- Monitor of shipments (Export /Import) whiles providing updates to Clients
- Develop a comprehensive sales strategy delineating target markets, client segments, and revenue objectives.
- Formulate an action plan comprising sales tactics, timelines, and milestones to meet or surpass revenue targets.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams, particularly operations and customer service, to ensure smooth on boarding for new clients.
- Oversee day-to-day operation of freight Transportation keeping movement efficient and minimised cost.
Ideal Candidate
- Freight Forwarding Experience
- Sales Experience
- Account Management Experience
- Business Development Planning Experience
Benefits
- Commission
- Bonus
- Car
- Other +
Industry : Freight Forwarding
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