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Freight Business Development Manager - Freight Sales (Sea, Road & Air)
Competitive Salary + Profit Share | 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

We're hiring!
Join one of the largest privately owned international freight forwarding companies as they continue to expand their UK team. We're looking for a highly motivated Freight Business Development Manager based in Leeds, with a strong bias toward specialist sea freight operations, and proven experience across road and sea freight sales.

What We're Offering:

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Holiday: 25 days per year + bank holidays (pro-rata from start date)

Incentives: Share of nett profit on company profits / Commision structure

Pension: Auto-enrolment after successful 3-month probation

Additional Benefits: Free private healthcare after 3 years of service

Your Role:

As Freight Business Development Manager, you will:

Identify, target, and secure new business across all freight modes

Drive growth in our specialist sea freight division

Build strong relationships with new and existing clients

Deliver tailored logistics solutions that add real value

Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure excellent service

What You'll Need:

Proven sales experience in freight forwarding, with a strong emphasis on sea freight with a UK based forwarder

Deep understanding of international shipping, logistics regulations, and documentation

Commercial drive and the ability to meet and exceed targets

Confident communicator and skilled negotiator

Self-motivated with excellent time management

Location: Office-based in Leeds, with flexibility for client visits and occasional UK or overseas travel.

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

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