Business Development Manager - Freight

Business Development Manager - Freight ForwardingLocation: FolkestoneSalary: Negotiable DOEOur client specialise in international freight forwarding and logistics providing road, sea, air, customs, warehousing, and courier solutions.They are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their commercial team, with a primary focus on developing new European road freight business whilst identifying opportunities across their wider service offering.Job OverviewDevelop new business across road, sea, air, and courier freight, as well as customs and warehousing servicesIdentify and convert new customers and profitable business opportunitiesSupport the operations team with account management to deliver a tailored service to customersBuild and develop relationships with new and existing customersEnsure profitable margins are achieved across customer accountsTravel to meet with prospective and existing customersRequirementsPrevious sales experience within a freight forwarding or logistics business is essentialProven experience selling road, sea, or air freight servicesEuropean road freight experience would be advantageousGood understanding of transport and worldwide logisticsExcellent customer service, communication, and negotiation skillsAbility to build strong relationships both over the phone and face-to-faceAbility to work within a fast-paced environmentSalary & BenefitsNegotiable salary depending on experienceCommission schemeCompany car or car allowanceHybrid working (minimum 2 days a month in the office)25 days holiday plus Bank HolidaysContributory pension schemeContributory private healthcareLong service reward schemeReferral bonus schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.TPBN1_UKTJ