Job Description
Business Development Manager - Transport & Logistics \n Location: Nationwide\nAn established leader in the transport industry since 1995, specialising in container haulage across the UK, is seeking a driven and dynamic Business Development Manager to join their growing team. With a reputation for reliability, modern fleet solutions, and exceptional service, this company is committed to expanding its market presence and client base.\n\nRole Overview:\n As a Business Development Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving the growth of container haulage services. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a proven track record in business development, ideally within the transport or logistics sector, with a focus on container movements.
You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key industry stakeholders including shipping lines, freight forwarders, and logistics partners.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nNew Business Acquisition: Identify and target new business opportunities to win long-term, profitable contracts.\nClient Relationship Management: Build strong, lasting relationships with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and other key partners.\nMarket Analysis: Keep ahead of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities.\nSales Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement sales strategies to pitch and present services, negotiate rates, and close deals.\nNegotiation & Closing: Lead negotiations to secure mutually beneficial agreements for both clients and the company.\nCollaboration: Work with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and top-tier customer satisfaction.\nReporting: Monitor and report on sales pipeline and performance metrics to senior management.Qualifications & Skills:\n\nExperience: Proven success in business development, preferably within transport or logistics, with a focus on container haulage.\nRelationship Building: Strong ability to establish and nurture long-term relationships with industry decision-makers.\nCommercial Acumen: Excellent negotiation, presentation, and sales skills.\nResults-Driven: Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and target-focused.\nIndustry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the container transport and logistics industry.\nCommunication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.What's on Offer:\n\nCompetitive salary with performance-based bonuses.\nCar or Car AllowanceIf you're a motivated, results-driven professional passionate about business development and the transport industry, this is your chance to contribute to the growth of a leading name in container haulage. Apply now to take your career to the next level