Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

We are working with an established Freight Forwarder who are looking to hire an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team in Chelmsford, Essex.

This exciting opportunity would suit a strong sales professional that has extensive experience successfully selling multi-modal freight services.

Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities to develop new business through cold calling, referrals, and networking
• Sell a full range of freight services including Air Freight, Road Freight, Ocean Freight, Customs and Warehousing
• Maintain strong client communication, with the aim to build excellent relationships with new and existing clients
• Fully understand each individual client freight needs and propose solutions to meet those needs
• Meet and exceed business development targets as set by the company
• Attend client meetings and chair presentations to present the company's freight forwarding services
• Attend freight industry conferences and networking events to generate leads and increase brand awareness

Requirements:

• Experience working in Sales and Business Development in the freight forwarding industry
• Proven track record securing new business in freight forwarding
• Experience selling freight services including Air Freight, Road Freight, Ocean Freight, Customs and Warehousing
• Extensive experience successfully driving revenue in a highly competitive market
• Highly motivated and energetic
• Strong communication and presentation skills