Business Development Manager

• Location: Ipswich Or Remote
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Manager to join our ambitious client. As a global logistics provider, they offer tailor-made solutions via air, ocean, and road. The ideal candidate will increase brand awareness, introduce new customers, grow a book of business, and help expand presence in the UK. Acting as a logistics consultant, you will add value to our clients’ businesses by recognising service opportunities and supply chain efficiencies.

• Continuously introduce new clients to all services.
• Seamlessly integrate new clients within the company.
• Develop and refine SOPs for each client with Commercial and Operations teams.
• Utilise teams and infrastructure to source solutions for clients.
• Introduce key members of the Commercial and Operations teams to the clients.
• Work with the Commercial team to convert opportunities to agreed service provision.
• Re-introduce services to dormant accounts.
• Attend relevant trade events and networks.
• Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure we are meeting their requirements and maximising opportunities.
• Represent values professionally and maintain consistency of branding and messages.

• Experience in Imports or Exports Operational roles.
• Knowledge of customs documentation, certificates, licences, and general Customs Compliance.
• Understanding of Tariffs, Bonded customs, Special/Simplified Customs Procedures, AEO Procedures, and Inco Terms.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills and geographical knowledge.
• Great customer service skills.

• 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays.
• Free optional uniform and PPE where appropriate.
• Free car parking.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with Aviva (5% employee, 3% employer contributions).
• Death in Service benefit (x2 annual salary) after 12 weeks of service.
• Discretionary Company Performance Bonus scheme after 6 months, subject to Company Performance.
• Private Medical Insurance Scheme and Cashback Plans after 3 years of service.
• Loyalty Bonus Scheme after 3 years of service.
• Learning and Development opportunities.
• Social events including a Free Staff Christmas Party and a Staff Family Funday.