Business Development Manager

Location: Sunbury (TW16)Salary: £30,000–£32,000 + Uncapped CommissionJob Type: Full-time, Permanent

I am working with a specialist logistics provider based in Sunbury that focuses on high-value furniture, artwork, and antiques. They support luxury interior designers, design furniture brands, art galleries, and private clients with premium storage, transportation, packing, and white-glove delivery services across the UK, Europe, and worldwide.

Role Overview

This business is seeking a motivated and commercially driven Business Development Manager to identify new opportunities, build long-term client relationships, and drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will be proactive, target-focused, and confident when engaging both new and existing customers within the luxury, logistics, and design sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business through prospecting, networking, and market research
• Build and manage a pipeline of prospective clients
• Maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers
• Understand client needs and offer tailored logistics solutions
• Prepare and deliver quotations, proposals, and presentations
• Negotiate commercial terms and close business agreements
• Collaborate with operations to ensure smooth onboarding and service delivery
• Record sales activity accurately using CRM systems
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
• Attend industry events, meetings, and networking opportunities as needed

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience in business development, sales, or account management
• Logistics, freight, or supply chain experience is advantageous but not essential
• Proven success in generating leads and securing new business
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
• Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven
• Comfortable working in a target-led, commission-based role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Full UK driving licence preferred

What’s On Offer

• Basic salary of £30,000–£32,000 plus uncapped commission
• Growth opportunities within a premium and expanding logistics business
• Supportive office environment based in Sunbury
• Ongoing training and development
• Pension scheme and standard holiday entitlement
• On-site parking and referral programme

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, standard business hours (flexibility required for client meetings).