Business Development Manager – Freight
City : Mississauga
Category : Yearly Direct Hire
Industry : Recruitment/Staffing
Employer : The Adecco Group
Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding & Logistics on behalf of our client, a rapidly growing logistics organization specializing in international air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, cross-border transportation, warehousing, and distribution solutions.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced freight forwarding sales professional who thrives on building new business, developing strategic client partnerships, and delivering customized supply chain solutions. If you have a proven track record in logistics sales and are passionate about driving revenue growth, we want to hear from you.
Pay Rate: $75,000 - $85,000/year (based on experience)
Location: Mississauga, ON
Job type: Permanent | Full-time
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute business development strategies to drive new customer acquisition and revenue growth.
Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities within target markets.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing customized freight forwarding and logistics solutions.
Promote a full suite of services, including:
o International Air Freight
Ocean Freight
Customs Brokerage
Cross-Border Transportation
Warehousing & Distribution
Supply Chain Solutions
Meet or exceed annual sales, revenue, gross profit, and KPI targets.
Manage and grow a robust sales pipeline through prospecting, networking, and client engagement.
Conduct customer meetings, presentations, and sales negotiations.
Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure exceptional customer service and seamless execution.
Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activity.
Serve as a brand ambassador by representing the company as a trusted, customer-focused logistics partner.
Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum 5 years of experience in freight forwarding sales, logistics sales, or business development within the transportation industry.
Strong knowledge of:
International Air Freight
Ocean Freight
Import & Export Logistics
Customs Brokerage
Supply Chain Solutions
Demonstrated success in achieving sales and gross profit targets.
Proven ability to develop new business and grow strategic accounts.
Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Strong understanding of the Canadian logistics and freight forwarding market.
Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and entrepreneurial approach.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada
Candidates with experience in the following areas are highly encouraged to apply:
Freight Forwarding
Logistics Sales
Transportation Sales
International Shipping
Air & Ocean Freight
Business Development
Supply Chain Management
Customs Brokerage
3PL Services
Account Management
B2B Sales
Import & Export
Global Logistics
Cross-Border Transportation
Why Apply?
Join a growing and dynamic logistics organization.
Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
Opportunity to work with a comprehensive portfolio of logistics and freight solutions.
Build long-term customer relationships and make a direct impact on business growth.
Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment.
Are you interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.
At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.
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