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Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for perishable goods, logistics, and supply chain solutions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where you can drive commercial growth? 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Europe’s busiest businesses in its sector! Along with a salary of £53,000 per annum, you will also receive hybrid working (3-4 days in Dover, with UK & international travel, the chance to work with a world-class international trade and logistics hub and the opportunity to be part of an exciting growth and expansion strategy! 

What you’ll be doing as Business Development Manager:
This is a high-impact role responsible for account management and business development within business. You’ll work closely with suppliers and customers identify new opportunities and drive revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders in the perishable goods supply chain
Identify and secure new business opportunities, negotiating contracts and driving sales growth
Represent the business at industry events, networking and promoting its world-class cargo services
Provide market analysis, customer insights, and growth forecasts to senior leadership
Collaborate with operations, finance, and engineering teams to deliver commercial projects
Ensure high standards of food security, safety, quality, and sustainability
We’re looking for a Business Development Manager with:

Extensive experience in perishable logistics, supply chain, shipping, or a related sector
A strong business development background with proven revenue growth achievements
Established relationships within the industry, particularly with supermarkets, importers, and growers
Deep knowledge of international trade, refrigerated supply chains, and freight logistics
Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and commercial acumen
Experience in marketing, contract negotiation, and financial management (P&L responsibility)
Excellent public speaking skills to represent the business at industry events
A proactive, resilient, and ambitious mindset with a passion for innovation
This is a full-time, permanent position, with another position available on a 6-month contract. 

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and play a pivotal role in the UK’s leading cargo and logistics operation, we want to hear from you! 

To apply for this role as Business Development Manager, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.

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