BDM

Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding
Dudley / Hybrid Field-Based
Up to £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits

I’m currently working in partnership with a well-established, growing international freight forwarding business to recruit an experienced Business Development Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly reputable logistics provider with decades of experience delivering global freight solutions across air, sea, and road. The business has built a strong name in the market through service quality, long-standing client relationships, and a flexible, customer-first approach.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000
• Car/Car Allowance
• Commission and Bonus
• Private healthcare
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Hybrid working – field-based with flexibility
• Opportunity to join a growing, ambitious freight forwarder with strong market presence
• Supportive leadership and a business that values autonomy and results

The Role

This is a hybrid, field-based sales position, focused on driving new business growth across the Midlands and surrounding areas.

• Proactively generate new business through cold calling, networking, and client visits
• Develop and manage your own pipeline across multimodal freight (air, sea & road)
• Identify opportunities within import/export and supply chain solutions
• Build long-term relationships with SME and corporate clients
• Work closely with internal operations teams to deliver tailored logistics solutions

About You

• Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (air/sea/road)
• Strong hunter mentality with experience in cold business development
• Commercially driven with the ability to win and grow accounts
• Knowledge of international logistics and supply chain solutions
• Full UK driving licence

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