Business Development Manager

Our client are a globally recognized UK Express and International Parcel / E-Commerce provider. Due to their continued expansion, they are looking for an experienced YORKSHIRE based Business Development Manager ideally close to LEEDS, to join their UK Express Next Day and International B2B and B2C Small to medium parcel / packet team. The candidate can be based anywhere in the YORKSHIRE area with an office based in LEEDS. They are looking to continue to grow their International and UK Express division offering the main UK and International Carriers. A focus will be on UK and Internationaln B2B and B2C Express and E-Commerce services supplied by those carriers. The right candidate will demonstrate previous logistical selling experience with a proven track record of reaching set revenue goals and targets. They will be tasked with generating new business through their own lead generation and utilising our clients CRM platform. Responsibilities will include. - Tasked with generating new business leads in UK Express and International courier and e-commerce market - Reach Sales goals on a weekly/monthly basis The ideal candidate would have. - 2 years Sales experience in the International and/or Express parcel industry, Pallet Distribution or Freight Forwarding - Self-motivated and possessing excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills - Strong new business background and account management background - Proven sales success in a the same/similar field - Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills - Team player with ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment - Computer literacy - Live in the YORKSHIRE area including LEEDS, SHEFFIELD, BRADFORD, WAKEFIELD, BARNSLEY, ROTHERHAM, YORK, HALIFAX, DONCASTER, HUDDERSFIELD