Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding East Kent / South East England Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance/Company CarThe CompanyAn established and growing international freight forwarding business is looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to support continued growth across air, sea and road freight services.With a strong operational platform, excellent customer retention and ambitious growth plans, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven freight professional to join a business where success is recognised and rewarded.The RoleReporting into senior management, you will be responsible for identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities whilst also growing existing customer relationships.The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced freight forwarding environment and capable of selling tailored logistics solutions across multiple modes of transport.Key ResponsibilitiesGenerate new business opportunities across air freight, sea freight, road freight, customs and warehousing services.Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to account implementation.Prepare competitive quotations and commercial proposals.Negotiate rates and service agreements to maximise profitability.Develop strategic account plans to grow customer spend and retention.Work closely with operations teams to ..... full job details .....