/Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Basildon, Essexgbvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
GBP 25,000 - 35,000/year
// Salary Range
25,000–35,000 GBP / year
// Posted
3 months ago

About the Role

<p>Business Development Executive – B2B Services<br /> Freight Forwarding / Logistics<br /> £25,000 – £35,000 basic + uncapped commission</p> <p>A highly successful, award-winning freight forwarding business is recruiting a Business Development Executive to drive new B2B sales growth. This role is ideal for a proven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and earning uncapped commission.<br /> This is an office-based, client-facing role offering genuine career progression within an industry-leading logistics provider.</p> <p>The Role<br /> The successful candidate will focus on new business development, targeting B2B clients and building a strong sales pipeline. You’ll manage the full sales cycle and work closely with internal operational teams to deliver tailored freight solutions.</p> <p>Key responsibilities:<br /> • Proactively winning new B2B business within services-based markets<br /> • Managing the full sales cycle: prospecting, pitching, negotiating, and closing<br /> • Building strong, long-term client relationships<br /> • Attending client meetings and presenting logistics solutions<br /> • Achieving and exceeding sales targets<br /> • Accurately managing CRM data and sales forecasts<br /> The Candidate<br /> This role requires a strong, confident salesperson with a track record of B2B sales success.</p> <p>Essential requirements:<br /> • 2–3 years’ B2B sales experience (services, logistics, or freight preferred)<br /> • Proven ability to win new business and close deals<br /> • Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills<br /> • Target-driven, resilient, and commercially focused<br /> • Comfortable in a fast-paced, performance-led environment<br /> • Professional and credible when meeting clients</p> <p>The Package<br /> • £25,000 – £35,000 basic salary (depending on experience)<br /> • Uncapped commission – high earning potential<br /> • Structured onboarding and sales support<br /> • Clear progression within an award-winning logistics business<br /> • Long-term career opportunity, not a short-term sales role</p> <p>This is an opportunity to join a recognised market leader in freight forwarding that invests in high-performing sales talent.</p>

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