Business Development Manager

Location: Auckland
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: New Business Development | Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics | Sales | Freight/Cargo Forwarding | Import/Export & Customs
Reference: BH-2438
Job Published: November 29, 2023
About the Company
Large global logistics and supply chain organisation based near the airport.  Providing a relaxed, friendly work environment, striving for excellence in all they do.  

About the Role
They are looking for a top-notch BDM with personality!  A seasoned sales professional with several years' experience selling for the forwarding industry.  You will know your stuff, and be able to walk the talk with the clients and prospects you interact with.  This is a role that focuses fully on acquiring new business, so its imperative that you are a hunter and know how to close the deal as well as open the door.  There is good support for your sales, so you won't need to worry about having to 'put out fires' all day long, you will be freed up to continue selling.  The expectation is that you will be out on the road for the majority of the week, so there is a good level of autonomy in the trust that you will bring the results.

What's in it for you
Working for a global name, offers prestige and a head start out in the market.
There is a good culture - social and friendly
This company is also very much into sustainability

Skills & Experience
We are looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years - preferably more - from within the freight industry - ideally forwarding, but we will consider candidates from Courier and Shipping also.

You will need to have proven success in sales within the industry.

You will need to be a self-starter, self-motivated and driven. Hungry to succeed.
Personality is important, that confident friendliness and confidence also in your knowledge of your product/service.

Good time management and organisation is important, and also the ability to relate well to people at all levels.


How to apply? The first step is to apply online via this job ad. If possible, please submit your CV in Microsoft Word. Alternatively, you can call Yvonne on 0221757329 if you have any questions.

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