Job Description:

UK Wide | Competitive Salary + Car + Benefits

A leading UK logistics provider is seeking a high‑performing Business Development Director to drive major new business growth within its Contract Logistics division.

• Lead, mentor and motivate a team of Business Development Managers.
• Develop and deliver a strong new business pipeline across logistics, 3PL, warehouse and transport services.
• Prospect, present and close significant commercial opportunities.
• Shape sales strategy and support sector‑focused growth initiatives.
• Build strong customer and internal stakeholder relationships.
• Lead proposals, pitches and tender responses.
• Track new customer performance and ensure smooth onboarding.
• Contribute positively to divisional leadership and commercial planning.

• Extensive experience in logistics, 3PL, freight, warehouse or transport.
• Strong sales skills-prospecting, networking, negotiating and closing.
• Proven success securing £multi‑million opportunities.
• Confident presenter with polished communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with commercial drive and team‑leadership experience.
• Well connected across senior leadership networks.
• Willing to travel across the UK.

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Company car, laptop & mobile
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension, Life Assurance & additional benefits
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

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