Regional Business Development Manager - Ocean Freight

Want to use your Ocean Freight knowledge with the DHL brand behind you? This role is about attracting and attaining new business through sales development, relationship building, engagement activities and great customer experience. With DHL Global Forwarding, one of the world's top freight forwarders with competitive bespoke solutions, you'll be well-equipped to secure sales success. Ocean freight – new business Focussing on sales of DHL Global Forwarding’s Ocean Freight services you’ll be identifying new markets and customers, networking, generating leads and cold calling. With a consultative sales approach you’ll attend meetings to understand your customers’ needs, make recommendations, prepare proposals, conduct contract negotiations and close new deals. Whilst a field-based role, you’ll have the flexibility to work from home, and our Manchester branch. 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday Region: Northwest - Liverpool/ Preston and across to Manchester What we are looking for Your passion for driving business growth, getting results and proven sales achievement within a freight forwarding environment is essential. You’ll also have a strong network of contacts and knowledge of local markets and industries within the freight forwarding sector, ideally Ocean Freight Travel across your region is involved therefore a full UK driver’s licence is required. Essential to this role is your knowledge and experience in the following: Ocean Freight Forwarding New business and sales Lead generation Proactive and consultative sales Must have the right to live and work in the UK - Note: sponsorship is not offered for this position What we offer Quarterly sales bonus scheme Company car or car allowance Pension scheme - up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical healthcare Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave Support with self-development and career opportunities Charity and volunteering support through DHL Foundation Reward & Recognition awards If you are a motivated sales professional who thrives on securing new business and providing your customers with the best solutions and services, we would like to hear from you. CLICK APPLY and someone from our recruitment team will be in touch. Everyone will receive a response

Location: Preston, GB

Posted Date: 1/28/2025