About the Role
VANRATH are partnering with an established and expanding logistics business with an international presence.
We are seeking a commercially focused Business Development Manager to join their Road Freight sales team.
This role centres on winning new business, building your own customer portfolio and increasing revenue across an allocated territory.
You will manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and outbound calls through to customer meetings, preparing quotations and securing new business.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your allocated territory.
Build and manage your own customer base.
Generate leads through outbound calling, CRM activity and targeted prospecting.
Arrange and attend face-to-face customer meetings.
Understand customer needs and recommend suitable freight solutions.
Prepare competitive quotations and negotiate commercial terms.
Grow newly secured accounts and maximise revenue opportunities.
Develop long-term customer relationships and identify opportunities for further business.
Work towards agreed sales and GP targets.
Maintain accurate CRM records and track sales activity.
What You’ll Need
Proven experience in B2B sales or business development.
Experience within freight/logistics is preferred but not essential.
Strong experience in winning new business and generating leads.
Confidence making outbound calls and approaching new prospects.
Comfortable meeting customers face-to-face.
A target-driven, commercially minded and self-motivated approach.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Package
Up to £50,000 base salary, £65,000 OTE.
Car allowance.
25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
Company pension.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Full training and ongoing development.
Clear opportunities for progression within a growing organisation.
Skills:Business Development Account Management Sales New Business Freight Fleet Storage
Benefits:Car Allowance Bonus Strong benefits
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