Logistics & Transportation - Business Development Manager
Derbyshire - Hybrid
This role will suit commercial professionals looking for a business where they can really make a difference. As an already established £250m business the business is set to undergo a company-wide transformation and build out a best-in-class commercial function across the whole business. If you have strong business development and relationship building skills this position will offer exceptional career opportunities and earning potential.
Our client operates extensively in the UK Transport sectors. They have a very exciting growth journey so far with a real focus upon people and have built a strong local and national reputation that customers can trust. They are now looking to attract very high quality commercial people to build out the commercial teams nationally.
The role will report into the National Sales Director and work closely with the local General Managers to facilitate and expand the customer portfolios across Haulage & Network Customers.
This site is more of a contract logistics business, with a huge opportunity for growth and to sell in a broad range of group logistics services. This role is about revenue growth and the customer profiles are more blue-chip.
Role Accountabilities
- Identification of new prospects and opportunities across Transport, Warehousing and Network Growth across the Group.
- Client interface and relationship building activities.
- Securing organic and new business.
- Presenting and communicating with customers to a very high standard.
- Market insight and competitor understanding.
- Clear and concise account development activities with strong and accurate reporting.
- Attending industry events and networking activities.
The Profile
- You will have 5 years + selling experience with a strong track record of developing both new business and growing accounts.
- Ideally you will have some knowledge of the transport/Logistics markets having either sold into them or worked closely with them.
- The most important factor is commercial experience and success in working in B2B.
- You will be ambitious, well-motivated and looking for an opportunity to really sink your teeth into.
- You will be a naturally proactive person with strong organisational skills and a flair for engagement.
The Person
- Really strong interpersonal skills.
- High standards of themselves and others.
- Resilient, positive nature who brings a passion and enthusiasm to what they do.
The Reward
- Base salary between £50,000 - £65,000 dependent upon experience.
- Car allowance.
- Bonus scheme - up to 20%.
- Pension.
- Hybrid working model, travel to other sites also required.
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