Business Development Manager, Freight

Bradley David Associates is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager (BDM) on behalf of a well-established international freight forwarder based in North West. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing logistics team, driving growth and developing profitable new business across all modes of international freight — air, sea, and road.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage new business accounts across all logistics services offered by the company.
• Identify, pursue, and secure profitable opportunities to grow company revenue and market presence.
• Prepare and agree pricing in line with company policy and margin targets.
• Coordinate closely with carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless onboarding and service delivery for new clients.
• Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new accounts to ensure operational efficiency.
• Deliver accurate and timely quotations, following up proactively to close opportunities.
• Maintain detailed performance records, demonstrating continuous growth and development.
• Monitor market trends and communicate relevant updates to management and operations teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and partners across the logistics network.
• Apply sound financial and risk management principles when evaluating business opportunities.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales or business development within freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong understanding of international transport modes – air, sea, and road.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and ability to identify cost and profit drivers.
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and target-driven with a proactive approach