Business Development Manager MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: To obtain new sales leads, develop potential business and provide support to nurture our current customer base within the Global Operations department. Business Development Manager SKILLS REQUIRED: Proven sales track record within a Global Logistics environment to include freight forwarding. Can complete new business tenders and the IT ability to support this process. Have the ability and knowledge to increase both our company profile and customer base through developing new client relationships and maintain existing ones. MAIN DUTIES: Generate sales leads via cold calling, networking, internet, sales lists and other proven methods and make the best use of leads generated through telesales. Make regular meetings/visits to potential prospects which may involve formal sales presentations (both online and in person). Obtain new and profitable business for the organisation. Attend and contribute to regular sales/business development meetings and work closely with the team. SKILLS: Have a background in road freight/logistics Show an excellent ability to communicate well both orally and in writing Be a conscientious worker with good attention to detail Have the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Possess an adept ability to prioritise workload/leads Show proficiency in Microsoft Software Packages/Mandata (our transport management system) and associated sales software as appropriate Show excellent commerc