About the Company
Commodity Centre Group Ltd
We are a leading commodity supply chain management and warehousing company working with many food and drink household names. Commodity Centre owns or manages 3,500,000 sqft of dedicated storage and we handle more than half a million tonnes of goods a year. Our staff are paramount to our success and are drawn from across a wide range of sectors and industries. Their expertise allows us to offer the best service to our clients and the inspiration to face new challenges. If successful, you would join this diverse, growing team and have a significant impact on the organisations’ future endeavours. Innovation, Sustainability, and Agility are what we value most and ask all our staff to incorporate these values into their working day.
About the Role
The Senior Business Development Manager is responsible for overseeing the global freight operations. Ensuring efficient, cost-effective and timely movement of goods. This role requires a dynamic leader with extensive experience in sales, business development and operations within the Logistics and Freight industry. This is a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to build a business, utilising the Company’s foundation of freight relationships to drive strategic growth, develop strong customer relationships and optimise operational processes. Travel both within the UK and Europe may be required.
Responsibilities
* Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement growth strategies to build the existing base into a highly profitable and efficient operation
* Sales & Business Development: Drive growth through strategic sales initiatives, identifying new business opportunities and fostering strong relationships with existing key clients and freight partners
* Financial Management: Develop and manage the freight budget, monitoring expenses and ensuring financial targets are met
* Customer Relationship Management: Maintain and enhance relationships with clients ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and addressing any operational issues promptly
* Market Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis to stay ahead of industry and adjust strategies accordingly
Qualifications
Desired Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
Required Skills
* Proven experience in the freight, shipping or logistics industry with a track record in sales, business development and operations.
* Proven experience in growing a company or business unit with measurable success.
* Strong understanding of Financial Management Reporting
* Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving activities
* Demonstrate the ability to proactively initiate action, be decisive and think commercially.
* Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to deadlines
* Must possess a growth-orientated mindset
Preferred Skills
* Good working knowledge of the Commodities sector and relevant operational practices to create distinct advantage
* AEO experience desirable
If you feel you meet the requirements set out above and possess the skills and knowledge then get in touch, Commodity Centre would be delighted to discuss the role further with you.
Pay range and compensation package
Competitive salary plus commission scheme. Company benefits including Private Healthcare, 25 Days' Annual Leave, Discounted Gym Memberships and your Birthday off!