Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding

<p>Business Development Manager &#8211; Freight Forwarding<br /> Location: Heathrow<br /> Salary: £40,000 &#8211; £80,000 Basic + Uncapped Commissions + Generous Perks &amp; Benefits<br /> Hours: 8:30 AM &#8211; 5:30 PM<br /> Reference: SN1456521</p> <p>A dynamic, multi-site Freight Forwarding company is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their Heathrow office. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on freight forwarding experience, with skills in operations, key account management, and business development.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <p>Build and manage a strong customer portfolio across Air, Sea, and Rail Freight services, identifying new opportunities to drive business growth.<br /> Take full ownership of the sales process, from prospecting to closing deals, while meeting GP growth targets within a structured sales framework.<br /> Actively generate leads, nurture relationships with new and returning clients, and capitalize on referrals from company operations.<br /> Handle negotiations on price, delivery, and terms to ensure successful deal closures.<br /> Collaborate closely with the Operations team for a seamless handover and integration of new clients.<br /> Utilize CRM software to track and manage your pipeline, maintaining an organized approach to sales activities.<br /> What We Offer:</p> <p>Competitive Salary: £40K &#8211; £80K, depending on experience<br /> Uncapped Commissions: Strong earning potential with six-figure possibilities<br /> Industry-Leading Benefits Package that rewards your success<br /> Requirements:</p> <p>Proven experience in Freight Forwarding, ideally within a sales or key account management role.<br /> Skilled in preparing freight quotations, rate negotiation, and familiar with the sector&#8217;s pricing structures.<br /> Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with a high degree of professionalism.<br /> Solid IT skills, with experience using CRM systems for managing client relationships and sales progress.<br /> Why Work Here?<br /> Join a forward-thinking organization that combines a supportive team environment with the freedom to manage your own desk. This is an ideal role for a proactive professional looking to make a real impact in a growing business. Apply today for an informal chat about this exciting opportunity.</p> <p>Connect with Us:<br /> For more details or to explore similar roles, contact Shelly Newton on LinkedIn or follow Adore Recruitment for the latest sales and marketing roles across the UK.</p> <p>About Adore Sales &amp; Marketing:<br /> As a division of Adore Recruitment, we specialize in nationwide recruitment for sales and marketing roles across industries, including Telesales, Account Management, IT/Telecom Sales, Engineering, and Senior Appointments.</p>