Business Development Manager

Job Description

Our client is an extremely reputable logistics company and growing business based in Warwick that offers a diverse range of services to a dedicated customer base. The business specialises in delivering these goods and services through a global network, and in turn, gives back financially to the community through charities and education. They are looking to acquire the services of a Business Develop Manager and the ideal candidate will have previous experience in logistics, freight, parcel or pallet sector. In return, the business will look after you with a fantastic career platform and a genuine opportunity to develop and grow. They also offer an incredible benefits package, inclusive of a company car/car allowance, free food at mealtimes, birthday leave, a generous pension scheme, a flexi buy/sell holiday package and private medical cover.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for achieving sales targets and activity targets
• Develop new business from existing clients and actively seek new sales opportunities and maximise opportunities
• Establish strong, long-lasting client relationships with every assigned customer
• Expand the relationships with existing customers by continuously proposing solutions that meet their objectives
• Complete face-to-face visits with clients, new and existing
• Act as the liaison between customers and suppliers
• Monitor sales performance metrics and address them when necessary
• Attend and present at supplier events and meetings as required
• Collaborate with other sales team members to identify and grow opportunities within the territory
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales
• Implement and execute a strong sales and account management process
• Prepare quarterly reports and forecasts and analyse sales performance metrics

Key Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• A solid understanding of sales and ethical sales practices
• Great negotiating skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Previous experience in account management type role
• Knowledge of the carrier industry is desirable but not essential
• Enthusiastic sales-focused attitude
• Customer-centric & Entrepreneurial mentality

Additional Information

• Hybrid Working – 3/4 days a week in the office working
• Hours – 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM or 8 AM – 5 PM or 9 AM – 6 PM
• Company Car, Fuel & On-site meals and many more benefits
• OTE 20% of annual salary, paid quarterly

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV including details about your current or most recent salary and your availability/notice period. You can also call Daniel Marlow on 01295 983264 for a discreet and confidential discussion about the role, Alternatively, click on the link for my contact information https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-marlow-711885185/detail/contact-info/.