BDM

Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding (Sea Focus, Multi-Modal)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Benefits
Location: Basildon/Field Based
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

I’m currently partnering with a well-established and growing freight forwarding business to recruit a Business Development Manager with a strong sea freight bias, while maintaining a multi-modal offering across air and road.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a commercially driven organisation that is investing in growth and looking to strengthen its external sales function with a high-performing, relationship-led BDM.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £60,000
• Uncapped earning potential (commission/bonus structure)
• 28 Days Holiday
• Company Car or Allowance
• Standard working hours
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear growth and progression opportunities

The Role:
As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities across the UK. While the primary focus is on ocean freight, the ability to offer and sell multi-modal solutions will be key in delivering value to customers.

You’ll be targeting SMEs through to larger import/export clients, building long-term partnerships and positioning the business as a trusted logistics provider.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively source and win new freight forwarding business
• Develop a strong pipeline across sea, air, and road freight services
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to onboarding
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Work closely with internal operations teams to ensure service excellence
• Achieve and exceed revenue and margin targets

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in freight forwarding sales (essential)
• Strong knowledge of sea freight markets, with exposure to air and/or road
• A track record of winning new business and growing accounts
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, driven, and able to work autonomously
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

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