Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager - Kent - Up to £55,000 plus Car/Commission

Our client who are a known freight forwarder with a strong and established presence in the freight forwarding space are looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to join their growing team in Kent as part of their ongoing expansion The Senior Business Development Manager with be tasked in the growth in European Road Freight and Contract Logistics.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected logistics provider and play a key role in developing new business streams and strengthening their customer portfolio across the region.

Job type: Permanent

Location: Kent/South East

Package & Benefits

Salary: Up to £55,000
Performance-based commission
Car allowance
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Retail discount scheme
Career development and progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Identify and secure new business opportunities across European road freight.
Build and manage a sales pipeline to meet revenue and profit targets.
Understand customer needs and tailor logistics solutions accordingly.
Manage sales activity and reporting via the CRM system.
Ensure timely onboarding of new clients and smooth handover to operations.
Collaborate with internal teams to maximise customer satisfaction.
Consistently achieve gross profit and revenue objectives.

Skills, Experience & Requirements

Proven experience in European Road Freight Sales within a UK freight forwarding environment.
Strong B2B field sales or account management background.
Good understanding of international logistics and storage solutions.
Track record in winning and developing new business.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Highly motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands.WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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