BDM - Freight

Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Chelmsford

Salary: DOE

Are you ready to take your career in freight forwarding to the next level? Our client, a leading global logistics provider with a reputation for exceptional service, is looking for a driven and experienced Business Development Manager to join their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact-driving new business, building long‑term partnerships, and playing a key role in the company's continued success.

• Competitive Salary
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for career progression

• Proactively identify, develop, and close new business opportunities in freight forwarding.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to handover, ensuring a seamless customer experience.
• Build strong, long‑lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Respond to inbound enquiries and create tailored quotations.

• Proven success in Business Development within the freight forwarding industry (2-3 years' experience minimum).
• Strong background in Air / Road / Sea operations.
• A track record of exceeding monthly GP targets.
• Confident, persuasive communicator and skilled negotiator.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.