Business Development Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a Business Development Specialist to drive growth for a leading freight forwarding provider. You will leverage your industry experience to expand market share across key sectors and territories.

Key responsibilities

• Establish strategic partnerships with senior decision‑makers to generate long‑term business growth.
• Expand global business by nurturing existing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Negotiate and implement comprehensive service agreements.
• Research and target new business opportunities with blue‑chip companies.
• Develop and execute regional sales strategies to increase market share and revenue.
• Prepare and present high‑impact proposals and tenders to C‑level executives.
• Report sales activity, market trends, and competitor intelligence to support strategic planning.

Required profile

• Proven experience in new business development within the freight forwarding sector.
• Strong track record of achieving sales targets.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Highly organised with strong time‑management and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• CW1

What we offer

• An organisation that recognises talent and supports continued career development.
• A genuine opportunity to join a globally successful company and contribute to its growth.