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Posted 21 July, 2026

Business Development Manager - Multi-Modal Freight

Heathrow Personnel
Sunbury-on-Thames, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Business Development Manager – Multi-Modal Freight\n

We are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Manager (BDM) to join a growing freight forwarding business specialising in multi-modal freight solutions.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and commercially driven individual with a strong and stable work history within freight sales and business development.

The Role\n

You will be responsible for driving new business growth across multi-modal services. The role involves developing new client relationships, managing long and sometimes complex sales cycles, and identifying opportunities to expand services within existing accounts.

Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Generate new business within multi-modal freight (air, sea, road)
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  • Develop and manage a strong sales pipeline
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  • Build long-term relationships with clients
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  • Achieve and exceed sales targets
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  • Contribute to overall company growth and market expansion
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Requirements\n
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  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Business Development role within multimodal freight
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  • Proven sales experience within freight forwarding or logistics
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  • Stable and consistent work history
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  • Strong knowledge of selling techniques and managing longer sales cycles
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  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to different target groups
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  • Independent, proactive, and results-driven approach
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  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise effectively
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  • Sound judgement and diplomacy when handling confidential matters
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  • Professional and confident written communication skills
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Working Hours\n
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  • Monday to Friday
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  • Flexible start and finish times within office hours
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Salary\n
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  • Competitive salary, depending on experience and suitability
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If you are a driven freight sales professional looking for your next challenge we would love to hear from you.