Our client is an independent freight forwarder, well-established global freight forwarder and 3PL provider, they specialise in Freight Forwarding, alongside 3PL services, inventory management and bespoke fulfilment services based at Manchester freight terminal Offering a personal service with highly experienced staff, they are able to develop the perfect logistic solutions across a variety of sectors.We are now recruiting for a Business Development Manager your role will involve selling and promoting a freight forwarding multi modal service, in the main an air and sea freight service. They are located at Manchester Airport's World Cargo TerminalYou will manage the complete sales cycle from identifying prospective clients, making new and service appointments, visiting clients to sell and promote air and sea import and export services worldwide. They are members of several networks, so attending international conferences will form part of your role too so overseas travel is another benefit with this role !In order to apply for this role, you will have experience of selling a multi modal freight forwarding service although we are also welcoming candidates who currently in an commercially focused operational role looking to develop into a sales role You will be self-motivated, and sales driven. You will possess excellent market knowledge in freight forwarding, good negotiation skills and you will be extremely customer focused .Salary and Benefits Salary £35,000 to £50,000 circa Car Allowance / Company car Laptop/Mobile Commission / Bonus SchemePension plus, benefits
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Freight Personnel
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England
£48,000 - £57,600 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, a well-established global freight forwarder and 3PL provider based at Manchester Airport's World Cargo Terminal, is seeking a Business Development Manager.
- The role involves selling and promoting their air and sea freight forwarding services while managing the complete sales cycle.
- Candidates should have experience in selling a multi-modal freight forwarding service, although those in operational roles looking to transition into sales are also welcome to apply.
- The position offers a salary ranging from £35,000 to £50,000, along with a car allowance, laptop, mobile, and a commission/bonus scheme.
- Successful candidates will be self-motivated, customer-focused, and possess excellent market knowledge and negotiation skills.
