Drive New Business Growth in a High-Potential Sector

At DHL Global Forwarding, we connect people and businesses, moving more than just freight; we move ambition, opportunity, and global trade forward.

Are you a driven and ambitious business developer with a passion for winning new business and a strong background in Freight Forwarding within the Consumer & Retail sector?  This is a true hunter role; you’ll identify new opportunities, build a high-quality sales pipeline, and secure new customers in a fast-paced, evolving sector.

The role

Location: region is UK-wide coverage- ideally based in the north of England/close to major road links e.g. M62

You'll have the autonomy to shape your territory, the support of an experienced network, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business growth. Building and developing a strong sales pipeline from the ground up, you’ll identify, target, and win new Freight Forwarding business opportunities across the Consumer & Retail sector. Activity includes:

• Minimum of 20 customer meetings per month
• Engaging decision-makers across retail, fashion, e-commerce, and high street brands
• Promoting DHL Global Forwarding’s Air and Ocean freight solutions and LCL/FCL services
• Working closely with internal product specialists and key stakeholders to develop and convert opportunities
• Utilising market intelligence, networking, and innovative prospecting techniques to access and engage hard-to-reach customers
• Maintaining a strategic focus on long-term growth while delivering against new business targets

What You'll Bring

• Experience within the Freight Forwarding sector and proven New Business Development/ Sales, success is essential.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of freight forwarding sales cycles
• Proven success in generating and converting new business opportunities
• Consumer & Retail sector experience is highly desirable
• A creative approach to business development, resilient and proactive
• Excellent relationship-building and confident in engaging with mid-sized businesses through to strategic accounts
• Knowledge of order management and retail supply chains would be an advantage

What’s in it for you

An opportunity to use your new business skills in a large, growing UK sector and the chance to work with major consumer and retail brands including supermarket chains and e-commerce fashion companies.  Progression; move from territory sales to strategic selling level whilst continuing to focus on new business.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus scheme
• 5% Employer Pension Contribution
• 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Wellness support
• Life Assurance (4x Salary)
• HealthShield Cash Plan & 24/7 GP Access
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you're a commercially focused sales professional who thrives on opening doors, building relationships, and winning new business, we'd love to hear from you.

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