Freight Business Development Manager

Freight Business Development Manager

Location: North West / Hybrid Field-Based Salary: Competitive DOE + Uncapped Bonus + Benefits

Reed is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious logistics business for an experienced Freight Business Development Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional with experience in freight, transport, courier, pallet network, or logistics services to join a business that is investing in growth and expanding its customer base across the UK and Europe.

The successful candidate will play a key role in securing new business, developing long-term customer relationships, and driving revenue growth across a broad portfolio of freight and logistics solutions.

The Opportunity

Working as part of a dynamic commercial team, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new customers requiring:

UK Road Freight

European Road Freight

Same-Day Courier Services

Next-Day Parcel Delivery

Pallet Distribution

Dedicated Transport Solutions

Groupage and Consolidation Services

Time-Critical Logistics

This role will suit a proactive "hunter" who enjoys winning new business and has the ability to build strong relationships with customers across a variety of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively identify and develop new freight and logistics opportunities

Generate leads through networking, cold calling, referrals, social selling, and market research

Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to onboarding

Conduct customer meetings, presentations, and site visits

Prepare quotations and tailored logistics solutions

Negotiate commercial agreements and pricing structures

Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities

Work closely with operational teams to ensure seamless implementation of new business

Maintain accurate sales activity and forecasting through CRM systems

Achieve and exceed agreed sales and gross profit targets

About You

We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have

Previous experience in a Freight Business Development, Logistics Sales, or Transport Sales role

Strong knowledge of UK freight markets

Experience selling European freight solutions or international logistics services

A proven track record of winning and developing new business

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Commercial awareness and the ability to identify profitable opportunities

A self-motivated and target-driven approach

Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable Experience

European road freight and groupage

Pallet network sales

Courier and same-day logistics

Customs and post-Brexit freight movements

Freight forwarding or international transport solutions

What's On Offer?

Competitive basic salary dependent on experience

Uncapped bonus structure with excellent earning potential

Autonomy to develop your own territory and customer base

Genuine career progression opportunities

Supportive and entrepreneurial business culture

A comprehensive range of logistics solutions to take to market