Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities A Global Freight Forwarding company is hiring Sales and Business Development Professionals for leadership roles. This position is purely dedicated to expanding our freight forwarding services (Air, Ocean, and Land). The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a deep-rooted network in the local market, a verifiable history of revenue generation, and demonstrated loyalty and stability in their career history. Key Responsibilities Drive Revenue: Identify and develop new business opportunities specifically within the freight forwarding sector, driving revenue growth across target markets. Client Relationship Management: Build, nurture, and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts and high-value clients. End-to-End Sales: Research potential clients, prepare and deliver tailored proposals and presentations, and negotiate contracts and commercial terms. Market Strategy: Track market trends, freight rates, and competitor activities to contribute to strategic planning and robust pipeline management. Performance Tracking: Provide regular, accurate sales forecasts and performance reports to senior leadership. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal operations and pricing teams to ensure the successful delivery of freight solutions and services. Brand Representation: Attend industry events and represent the company with the highest level of professionalism, continuously improving business development processes. (Note: Candidates without relevant Dubai-based freight forwarding experience or those demonstrating frequent job movements will not be considered.) Desired Candidate Profile Minimum Requirements & Qualifications Industry Expertise: 10+ years of professional sales experience strictly in Freight Forwarding (Air, Ocean, and Land). General logistics or supply chain experience without direct freight forwarding sales will not be considered. Employment Longevity: Proven career stability is mandatory. Candidates must demonstrate significant tenure with past and current employers (e.g., a minimum of 4–5 years in your current or most recent role). Proven Sales Record: Must possess a documented and verifiable track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving measurable revenue growth in the freight forwarding industry. Local Market Knowledge: Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Dubai, with an established client network and strong knowledge of local business dynamics. Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Employment Type Full Time Company Industry RecruitmentPlacement FirmExecutive Search Department / Functional Area LogisticsSupply Chain Keywords Sales LeadRevenue GrowthSales StrategyBusiness Development ManagerClient Relationship ManagementFreight ForwardingLogisticsShippingSupply Chain LogisticsFreight Sales Executive Get real-time job updates only on our App