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Business Development Manager - Air Freight Sales

Staines-upon-Thames, UK
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Company: ADORE RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £40,000 - £80,000 per annum, Pro-rata

Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding?? Location: Heathrow?? Salary: £40,000 - £80,000 Basic + Uncapped Commissions + Generous Perks & Benefits?? Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PMReference: SN#removed#

A dynamic, multi-site Freight Forwarding company is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their Heathrow office. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on freight forwarding experience, with skills in operations, key account management, and business development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and manage a strong customer portfolio across Air Freight services, identifying new opportunities to drive business growth.
  • Take full ownership of the sales process, from prospecting to closing deals, while meeting GP growth targets within a structured sales framework.
  • Actively generate leads, nurture relationships with new and returning clients, and capitalize on referrals from company operations.
  • Handle negotiations on price, delivery, and terms to ensure successful deal closures.
  • Collaborate closely with the Operations team for a seamless handover and integration of new clients.
  • Utilize CRM software to track and manage your pipeline, maintaining an organized approach to sales activities.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary: £40K - £80K, depending on experience
  • Uncapped Commissions: Strong earning potential with six-figure possibilities
  • Industry-Leading Benefits Package that rewards your success

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in Freight Forwarding, ideally within a sales or key account management role.
  • Skilled in preparing freight quotations, rate negotiation, and familiar with the sector's pricing structures.
  • Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with a high degree of professionalism.
  • Solid IT skills, with experience using CRM systems for managing client relationships and sales progress.

Why Work Here?Join a forward-thinking organization that combines a supportive team environment with the freedom to manage your own desk. This is an ideal role for a proactive professional looking to make a real impact in a growing business. Apply today for an informal chat about this exciting opportunity.

About Adore Sales & Marketing:As a division of Adore Recruitment, we specialize in nationwide recruitment for sales and marketing roles across industries, including Telesales, Account Management, IT/Telecom Sales, Engineering, and Senior Appointments.

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