Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager
Our client is a full global supply-chain management partner based in Chicago, IL. The company started in 1975 as a Freight Forwarder and Customs Clearing Agency and has since developed a management awareness program to create fully customized freight management and logistics solutions for clients’ needs. They provide door-to-door services for consignments of any size, by sea, air, rail or road to and from anywhere in the world.Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager
This is a full-time hybrid role that requires the Business Development Manager to work primarily in our client’s Chicago office and be open to some remote work.
Job Type: Full-time/hybrid
Responsibilities:
- The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying new markets and business opportunities.
- Building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Generating new leads.
- Preparing proposals.
- Collaborating with other departments within the company.
Experience:
- Strong understanding of global supply-chain management and logistics
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in sales, business development, or account management
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating revenue
- Ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Strong book of business
- Experience in the freight forwarding or logistics industry is a requirement
This position offers a competitive base salary.
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