Are you a natural networker with a passion for logistics and freight forwarding? Do you thrive on building relationships, winning new business, and driving growth? We’re looking for a proactive Business Development Executive to join a leading freight forwarding team in Felixstowe!

 

 

📈 Identifying and targeting new business opportunities within the freight forwarding and logistics sector
🤝 Building and nurturing relationships with prospective and existing clients
📝 Preparing and delivering compelling sales presentations, proposals, and quotations
🚀 Negotiating contracts and closing deals to achieve ambitious sales targets
📊 Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to identify growth areas
👥 Collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction
🔄 Maintaining accurate records of sales activity, leads, and pipeline progress

 

 

🌟 Proven experience in business development or sales within freight forwarding, logistics, or shipping (essential)
💬 Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
🗺️ Strong knowledge of import/export processes and international logistics
🖥️ Confident using CRM systems and MS Office
🔍 Target-driven, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
🤗 Solutions-focused, resilient, and always looking for new opportunities

 

 

🚚 Experience working with both sea and road freight
🌍 Established network of industry contacts

 

 

💷 Competitive salary, commission, and benefits
🚀 Join a modern, tech-driven, and supportive team in Felixstowe
🏢 Full-time, permanent role with genuine career progression
🎓 Ongoing training and professional development
🎁 £250 referral bonus if you refer a successful candidate (after 3 months)

 

Ready to drive your business development career forward? Apply today!