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Business Development Manager – Air & Ocean Freight Forwarding
Location
United States
Posted
9 days ago
Salary
$85K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Business Development Manager – Air & Ocean Freight Forwarding
Priority Worldwide
• Develop and execute a new business development strategy focused on international air and ocean freight. • Prospect, qualify, and close new customers across multiple industries. • Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings. • Prepare quotations, proposals, and pricing strategies tailored to customer needs. • Negotiate contracts and service agreements. • Partner with operations, import, export, and customs teams to ensure successful execution. • Maintain accurate CRM pipeline tracking and forecasting. • Travel as needed for client development and relationship management. • Identify new market opportunities through research and industry engagement.
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of freight forwarding sales experience, with a focus on international air and/or ocean freight required.
- A proven track record of developing new business in a freight forwarding environment.
- Strong understanding of international logistics, including import/export processes and customs fundamentals.
- A hunter mindset with the ability to independently build and grow a book of business.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Experience with CargoWise is an asset.
- Existing relationships within importing/exporting or logistics industries is an advantage.
Benefits
- Monthly Car Allowance
- Business Expense Account
- Company Laptop & Mobile Phone
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Life Insurance
- Mental Health Support
- Identity Theft Protection
- 529 College Savings Program
- 2 Weeks Vacation + 5 Personal Days + up to 3 Volunteer Days
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