Business Development Manager
| Area | Heathrow, London |
| Sector | Sales |
| Salary | 40000 - 50000 Pounds Sterling |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Ben Mclellan |
| Job Ref | 11026 |
- Description
- The Role
Our client, a well-established freight forwarder, is looking for a Business Development Manager to grow their presence across key vertical markets. This is a target-driven, new-business-focused role suited to someone with an existing book of business or strong industry relationships in one or more of the following sectors:
Pharmaceutical / Healthcare
Semiconductors
Food & Perishables
Automotive (also considered)
Key Responsibilities
Identify, target, and win new business across the specified sectors, using existing relationships and industry contacts
Develop and execute a sector-focused sales strategy, building a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities
Own the full sales cycle from lead generation and pitching through to contract negotiation and onboarding
Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at target accounts
Work closely with operations to ensure tendered solutions are deliverable and competitively priced
Prepare and present tenders, RFQs, and commercial proposals
Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings
Report on pipeline, conversion, and revenue performance against target
Candidate Profile
Proven new business sales background within freight forwarding / logistics
An existing book of business, or strong, active relationships, within Pharma, Semiconductors, or Food - candidates with an Automotive background will also be considered
Track record of hitting and exceeding new business targets
Confident negotiator with strong commercial and pricing acumen
Comfortable managing a full 360 sales process, from prospecting to close
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels, including senior stakeholders
Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
- GBP50,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
Commission structure
Genuine autonomy to build out a sector portfolio
Clear route for progression within a growing business
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