Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding (Hybrid/Field)

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames (Field / Hybrid / Remote)
Salary: Up to £70,000 base + Car allowance + uncapped commission

The Opportunity
We’re working with a well-established, independently owned logistics provider that has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored global supply chain solutions. Operating across air and sea freight with a worldwide partner network, the business prides itself on personalised service, industry expertise, and long-term customer partnerships.

Due to continued growth, they’re looking to appoint a Senior Business Development Manager to drive new business across air and sea freight forwarding services.

Why Join?

• Join a growing, privately owned freight forwarding business with global reach

• Sell a comprehensive suite of logistics solutions backed by experienced operations teams

• Hybrid working with autonomy and flexibility

Package

• Up to £70,000 basic salary.

• 25 + 8 Days Holiday.

• Car allowance.

• Uncapped commission.

• Remote/Hybrid working model with Sunbury-on-Thames base.

• Flexible working – managing own diary and week.
  
  
• Work Laptop and Phone.
  
  
• Company Pension Scheme.
  
  
• Funded Health Care Package.
  
  
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company.

The Role
This is a true field-based commercial role focused on developing new client relationships and expanding market share across international freight forwarding. You’ll be responsible for:

• Winning new business across air and sea freight solutions

• Building and maintaining a strong sales pipeline

• Developing long-term strategic relationships with importers and exporters

• Working closely with internal operations teams to deliver high-quality service

• Representing a service-driven logistics business with a strong global reach

About You

• Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (air and ocean)

• Strong hunter mentality with the ability to build relationships at senior level

• Comfortable working autonomously in a hybrid/field environment

• Commercially astute with strong negotiation and closing skills

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

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