Business Development Manager

Our client, who is part of a Multi-National organisation which offers Freight Forwarding & Logistics solutions, with a focus on international shipping and intermodal services, is looking to recruit a Business Development Manager to be based at offices in Colchester, Essex.

On Offer:

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience up to £50k
• WFH Flexibility - 2 days working from home, 3 days in the office
• 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme

Main Purpose of the Business Development Manager:

• Fearlessly seek out, identify & pursue new business opportunities, provide tailored solutions to secure ocean, European intermodal, European road & air opportunities accordingly.
• Maintain & develop customer relationships, uncover growth opportunities to drive additional client support.
• Preserve an unwavering commitment & drive, ensuring potential deals are brought to fruition propelling sales growth.
• Organise client meetings in conjunction with the commercial manager, where and when required.
• Ensure all rate agreements are documented, saved and clear instructions are passed onto the operations teams for smooth handling of shipments.

Duties & Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager:

• Ensure that client interaction and communication levels are exemplary.
• Plan and carry out weekly sales calls.
• Meet with clients regularly to maintain relationships.
• Engage with the operations team on a regular basis to ensure all are kept informed of client plans and challenges which are being faced.
• Ensure client service levels are maintained in line with agreements and look for opportunities to exceed client expectations.
• Support & manage certain projects and campaigns.
• Adhere to the agreed timescales for specific activities, ensuring standards are maintained.
• Ensure all invoice customer queries are dealt with in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Positively promote the company values.
• Seeks to provide an excellent service and to exceed client expectations.
• Actively listens and communicates in a clear, concise manner, through a variety of different channels and builds positive working relationships at all levels.

To Be Considered:

• Proven sales / business development experience within the freight forwarding industry experience is essential
• Customer focused with excellent communication skills
• Commercially aware

For more details, contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry.