Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Location: North West
Salary: �40,000 + Commission + Car Allowance/Company Car (After probation)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Are you a results-driven, sales-focused professional with experience in freight forwarding business development? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you!

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development Manager to drive growth and expansion in the UK/EU Freight Forwarding sector. The ideal candidate will be a well-established sales professional with a strong track record in securing new business and managing client accounts within a UK-based Freight Forwarding company.

Experienced Operators and Account Managers with a background in road freight who are eager to transition into a sales role will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with new clients, providing top-tier freight forwarding services.
• Generate and follow up on sales leads, conducting client visits to secure new business opportunities.
• Act as the driving force behind company growth by promoting services to both new and existing clients.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Freight Forwarding Sales / Business Development is essential.
• Background in European Road Freight and Groupage is required.
• Strong knowledge and expertise in all aspects of Freight Forwarding.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Package Benefits:

• Monday to Friday - Office based unless on the road.
• Uncapped Commission Scheme.
• Car Allowance/Company Car (After probation).
• Work Laptop and Phone provided.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Opportunities for career progression and development within the company.

If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for freight forwarding and the ambition to contribute to a growing business, we would love to hear from you!

About Cast UK

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Business Change & Transformation, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit (url removed)