WR Logistics
Lower Darwen, Lancashire
Job title: Business Development Manager Location: Northwest - Field Based Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Commission Business Development Manager Overview Our client is seeking an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to join their growing logistics and freight forwarding team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused professional who thrives on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and driving sustainable business growth across international freight and supply chain solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the customer base, developing strategic partnerships, and increasing revenue across air freight, sea freight, road freight, customs, warehousing, and value-added logistics services. You will work closely with operational teams to deliver tailored freight forwarding and logistics solutions that meet client requirements while supporting the company's long-term growth objectives. Business Development Manager Responsibilities Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across freight forwarding, logistics, and supply chain sectors. Generate new business across air freight, ocean freight, road freight, customs brokerage, warehousing, and distribution services. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention. Develop and implement effective sales and business development strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets. Collaborate with freight operations, customer service, and commercial teams to deliver seamless logistics solutions. Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the freight forwarding market. Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, tenders, presentations, and commercial solutions to prospective clients. Negotiate commercial agreements and service contracts with customers. Develop growth opportunities within existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling logistics and freight services. Maintain accurate records of sales activity, opportunities, and pipelines using CRM systems. Produce regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and market insights for senior management. Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, networking functions, and client meetings. Ensure all business activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements. Business Development Manager Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in business development, sales, or account management within freight forwarding, logistics, transport, or supply chain industries. Proven track record of generating new business and achieving or exceeding sales targets. Strong understanding of international freight forwarding, including air, sea, and road freight operations. Experience selling freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, distribution, or 3PL solutions. Ability to develop and deliver client presentations, tenders, and commercial proposals. Prospect and engage potential customers through calls, emails, networking, referrals, and face-to-face meetings. Collaborate with internal departments to develop pricing strategies, quotations, and service offerings. Review sales performance, pipeline activity, and market trends, adjusting strategies where required. Attend industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities to promote company services and expand market presence. Benefits Competitive salary of 50,000 - 60,000. Attractive performance-based bonus structure. Career development and progression opportunities within a growing international logistics business. Ongoing professional training and development. Opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and expanding freight forwarding and logistics organisation. WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job title: Business Development Manager Location: Northwest - Field Based Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Commission Business Development Manager Overview Our client is seeking an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to join their growing logistics and freight forwarding team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused professional who thrives on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and driving sustainable business growth across international freight and supply chain solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the customer base, developing strategic partnerships, and increasing revenue across air freight, sea freight, road freight, customs, warehousing, and value-added logistics services. You will work closely with operational teams to deliver tailored freight forwarding and logistics solutions that meet client requirements while supporting the company's long-term growth objectives. Business Development Manager Responsibilities Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across freight forwarding, logistics, and supply chain sectors. Generate new business across air freight, ocean freight, road freight, customs brokerage, warehousing, and distribution services. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention. Develop and implement effective sales and business development strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets. Collaborate with freight operations, customer service, and commercial teams to deliver seamless logistics solutions. Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the freight forwarding market. Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, tenders, presentations, and commercial solutions to prospective clients. Negotiate commercial agreements and service contracts with customers. Develop growth opportunities within existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling logistics and freight services. Maintain accurate records of sales activity, opportunities, and pipelines using CRM systems. Produce regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and market insights for senior management. Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, networking functions, and client meetings. Ensure all business activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements. Business Development Manager Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in business development, sales, or account management within freight forwarding, logistics, transport, or supply chain industries. Proven track record of generating new business and achieving or exceeding sales targets. Strong understanding of international freight forwarding, including air, sea, and road freight operations. Experience selling freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, distribution, or 3PL solutions. Ability to develop and deliver client presentations, tenders, and commercial proposals. Prospect and engage potential customers through calls, emails, networking, referrals, and face-to-face meetings. Collaborate with internal departments to develop pricing strategies, quotations, and service offerings. Review sales performance, pipeline activity, and market trends, adjusting strategies where required. Attend industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities to promote company services and expand market presence. Benefits Competitive salary of 50,000 - 60,000. Attractive performance-based bonus structure. Career development and progression opportunities within a growing international logistics business. Ongoing professional training and development. Opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and expanding freight forwarding and logistics organisation. WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Gleeson has partnered with an exciting freight business searching for an experienced and driven Customs & Brokerage Manager to take ownership of customs activities and lead the delivery of high-quality, compliant operational services. This role is well suited to a proactive leader who performs well in a high-pressure environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and is passionate about developing teams while improving service standards and efficiency. As the lead for Customs & Brokerage Operations, you will oversee all customs-related services, including brokerage, transit movements, and associated non-transport offerings. Job Title: Customs & Brokerage Manager Location: Birmingham ( Hybrid) Salary: £ + Car Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage all UK customs, brokerage, and related service operations Ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient service delivery across all functions Lead, coach, and develop operational teams to maximise performance Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams Support client onboarding and ensure high service standards are met Ensure adherence to UK customs regulations and internal policies Proactively identify and manage operational and compliance risks Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity Promote the use of automation and technology to enhance operations Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics Use data insights to guide decision-making and improve outcomes Attend customer meetings, audits, and operational reviews as needed Travel within the UK and Europe when required to support operations Ideal Experience: Experience in customs leadership teams 5 + with Progression planning Background in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain environments Strong knowledge of UK customs processes and compliance rules Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Commercial awareness with a customer-focused approach Experience using customs systems such as CDS & other TMS. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Gleeson has partnered with an exciting freight business searching for an experienced and driven Customs & Brokerage Manager to take ownership of customs activities and lead the delivery of high-quality, compliant operational services. This role is well suited to a proactive leader who performs well in a high-pressure environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and is passionate about developing teams while improving service standards and efficiency. As the lead for Customs & Brokerage Operations, you will oversee all customs-related services, including brokerage, transit movements, and associated non-transport offerings. Job Title: Customs & Brokerage Manager Location: Birmingham ( Hybrid) Salary: £ + Car Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage all UK customs, brokerage, and related service operations Ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient service delivery across all functions Lead, coach, and develop operational teams to maximise performance Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams Support client onboarding and ensure high service standards are met Ensure adherence to UK customs regulations and internal policies Proactively identify and manage operational and compliance risks Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity Promote the use of automation and technology to enhance operations Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics Use data insights to guide decision-making and improve outcomes Attend customer meetings, audits, and operational reviews as needed Travel within the UK and Europe when required to support operations Ideal Experience: Experience in customs leadership teams 5 + with Progression planning Background in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain environments Strong knowledge of UK customs processes and compliance rules Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Commercial awareness with a customer-focused approach Experience using customs systems such as CDS & other TMS. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
