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Date Added: Thu 05/06/2025

Business Development Manager

Durham, DH1, UK
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Company: JOBSWORTH RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £45000 - £55000/annum uncapped comms

Business Development Manager - External Sales
| Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Uncapped Commission

North East candidates required

Are you a dynamic and results-driven sales professional looking to elevate your career? We're seeking a Business Development Manager to join our external sales team and help drive growth by acquiring new clients and expanding existing relationships.

While experience in freight forwarding is a plus, we welcome candidates with a strong B2B sales background and a passion for building lasting partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

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Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across air, sea, and road freight services.

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Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified prospects through various lead generation methods.

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Build long-term client relationships to encourage repeat business and account growth.

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Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure seamless onboarding and service delivery.

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Attend industry events and networking opportunities to represent the company and build brand awareness.

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Maintain accurate records of all sales activity and opportunities.

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Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets.

Requirements

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Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within logistics, freight forwarding, or a service-based industry.

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Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

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Self-motivated, target-driven, and confident managing the full sales cycle.

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Ability to quickly learn industry terminology and service offerings.

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Excellent time management and organizational skills.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Desirable

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Previous experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain.

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Existing network or knowledge of key import/export markets.

What We Offer

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Competitive base salary and uncapped commission structure.

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Supportive and collaborative team environment.

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Career development opportunities within a growing company.

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Car allowance, laptop, and mobile phone.

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Full induction training and ongoing support.

Ready to drive your career forward? Apply now and join a company where your ambition and results are truly rewarded
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