Business Development Manager (Network Transport)
Home Based (with regular travel across UK sites)
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services.As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Benefits- Salary of £45,000 per annum
- £6,000 car allowance
- Target Bonus
- Permanent Health insurance cover (40% of salary cover)
- Pension scheme - 6% matched employer contribution
- Comprehensive private family health cover
- 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days’ Volunteer Leave per year
- Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
- Up to 10 days’ international remote working
- Critical Illness Cover
- MyStrength Wellbeing App
- Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
- Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven and proactive sales professional with expertise in transport operations to join our innovative and growth-focused organisation.
Taking charge of your own earnings through target-related bonus schemes, you’ll have the chance to gain great rewards using your existing expertise and skill-set.
You’ll also be enabled to influence and shape high-value sales initiatives whilst gaining first-class experience as part of a mission-driven team dedicated to continuous improvement and industry leadership.
So, if you want to operate at the forefront of the logistics sector and earn superb commission, then apply today!
The Role
As our Business Development Manager, you will focus on driving revenue growth by targeting new customers, primarily in consumer electronics and white goods.
Managing the sales cycle from initial contact through to contract negotiations, you will collaborate with internal teams to create tailored logistics solutions that meet client needs.
You will generate leads, attend industry events and provide regular sales reports to senior management to track progress against targets.
Additionally, you will:
- Leverage CRM tools to enhance customer relationship management
- Identify sustainable sales solutions that align with our sustainability goals
About You
To be considered as our Business Development Manager, you will need:
- Experience in sales roles within the transport industry
- Proven case studies of managing customer RFQ projects
- In-depth knowledge of transport operations, including dedicated and networked transport models
- The ability to lead a cross functional team to deliver transport solutions that meet customer needs
- Exceptional communication and relationship building skills
- A full, valid driving licence and the ability to travel
The closing date for this role is 23rd November 2024.
Other organisations may call this role BDM, Senior Sales Executive, Sales Manager, Logistics Sales Manager, Transport Sales Manager, or Network Transport Sales Manager.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience.Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.
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