Senior Business Development Manager

Posted 3 hours 58 minutes ago by White Recruitment Construction

£80,000 - £100,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
I.T. & Communications Jobs
Middlesex, Sunbury-on-thames, United Kingdom, TW165
Job Description
Senior Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding (Hybrid/Field)

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames (Field / Hybrid / Remote)
Salary: Up to £70,000 base + Car allowance + uncapped commission

The Opportunity
We're working with a well-established, independently owned logistics provider that has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored global supply chain solutions. Operating across air and sea freight with a worldwide partner network, the business prides itself on personalised service, industry expertise, and long-term customer partnerships.

Due to continued growth, they're looking to appoint a Senior Business Development Manager to drive new business across air and sea freight forwarding services.

Why Join?

  • Join a growing, privately owned freight forwarding business with global reach
  • Sell a comprehensive suite of logistics solutions backed by experienced operations teams
  • Hybrid working with autonomy and flexibility

Package

  • Up to £70,000 basic salary.
  • 25 + 8 Days Holiday.
  • Car allowance.
  • Uncapped commission.
  • Remote/Hybrid working model with Sunbury-on-Thames base.
  • Flexible working - managing own diary and week.
  • Work Laptop and Phone.
  • Company Pension Scheme.
  • Funded Health Care Package.
  • Opportunity for growth and development within the company.

The Role
This is a true field-based commercial role focused on developing new client relationships and expanding market share across international freight forwarding. You'll be responsible for:

  • Winning new business across air and sea freight solutions
  • Building and maintaining a strong sales pipeline
  • Developing long-term strategic relationships with importers and exporters
  • Working closely with internal operations teams to deliver high-quality service
  • Representing a service-driven logistics business with a strong global reach

About You

  • Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (air and ocean)
  • Strong hunter mentality with the ability to build relationships at senior level
  • Comfortable working autonomously in a hybrid/field environment
  • Commercially astute with strong negotiation and closing skills