Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager - Bradford, UK - Up to £45,000

Car Allowance + Uncapped Commission

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

We are looking for an experienced Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager to join our client who is a known Freight Forwarder who operates across the whole of the UK.

Job Purpose:

The Business Development manager is responsible for leading the growth of industry sales and development of new business opportunities for air, ocean & road import and export in the UK.

Requirements:

Previous experience working in a sales role within a freight forwarding/logistics organisation is essential with a proven track record of success in Air, ocean or road sales
Good understanding of transport and Worldwide logistics
Strong resilience and positivity particularly in challenging situations
Outstanding customer service skills
Strong negotiation skills
The ability to develop and build strong and personable relationships over the phone and in person with a broad range of individuals
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a strong team player
The ability to keep self-motivated
High attention to detail
Accountability to yourself and others
Analytical and ambitious
High IT literacy skills

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

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