Sea Logistics Business Development Manager

Company: Kühne + Nagel
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Location: Liverpool
Job Description:

Overview

In this role, you will grow Sea Logistics revenue by securing new business and expanding the customer base across FCL and LCL ocean freight. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to tailor logistics solutions and support onboarding, contributing to market expansion. The position sits within a collaborative, target-driven global logistics group that values long-term customer partnerships. You’ll be positioned to influence growth, product knowledge, and competitive positioning in sea freight. This is an opportunity to shape the company’s Sea Logistics footprint in a developing market.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • attractive sales incentive scheme
  • ongoing professional development opportunities
  • supportive environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and career progression

Responsibilities

  • Identify and secure new business opportunities across FCL and LCL ocean freight services
  • Build a profitable customer portfolio through proactive development activities
  • Prepare, present, and negotiate tailored logistics solutions and commercial proposals
  • Demonstrate expert knowledge of sea freight products, trade lanes, and market trends
  • Collaborate with Trade Management and Customer Care to ensure onboarding and service delivery
  • Monitor market activity, competitors and pricing trends to maintain competitive advantage
  • Manage and maintain accurate customer information, pipeline activity, and sales performance via CRM
  • Deliver against sales targets to drive revenue growth and market share expansion

Key requirements

  • Proven B2B sales experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain solutions
  • Track record of winning new business and developing customer relationships
  • Experience managing sales pipelines, customer portfolios, and lead generation
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Commercial acumen with ability to develop compelling customer value propositions
  • Strong organisational skills and time management
  • Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and digital sales tools
  • Resilient, self-motivated, and target-driven approach with focus on customer outcomes
  • communication
  • negotiation
  • presentation
  • CRM systems
  • Microsoft Office
  • digital sales tools

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Posted: September 30th, 2026