Headliners Recruitment
Shepherdswell, Kent
Business Development Manager Logistics / Perishables Hybrid (3 days in Kent office) Perm up to £53K pro rata Are you a commercially driven professional with experience in logistics and perishables? Do you thrive in fast-paced, complex supply chain environments, managing key customer relationships and driving strategic growth? We re working with a market-leading infrastructure organisation operating a world-class cargo and logistics facility to recruit a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and innovative team focused on delivering high-impact commercial solutions across the perishable goods sector. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will: Take ownership of key customer accounts and identify growth opportunities across the perishable supply chain. Lead commercial activities including profit and loss management for current and future accounts. Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with retailers, importers, agents, and shipping lines. Drive engagement through a customer-first approach while contributing to the wider commercial strategy. Represent the business at trade events, networking across national and international markets. Collaborate closely with internal teams operations, service, and innovation to deliver tailored logistics solutions. Contribute to cross-sector projects across various business units including ferry, cruise, and property operations. What We re Looking For Proven experience in account management and business development within logistics or supply chain. Sector knowledge of perishables , shipping, or food import/export is highly desirable. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering growth and building strategic partnerships. Experience working with retailers, supermarkets, importers, and/or logistics agents. Sound knowledge of P&L, budgeting, and commercial project delivery. Confident communicator with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused with excellent analytical abilities. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
Business Development Manager Logistics / Perishables Hybrid (3 days in Kent office) Perm up to £53K pro rata Are you a commercially driven professional with experience in logistics and perishables? Do you thrive in fast-paced, complex supply chain environments, managing key customer relationships and driving strategic growth? We re working with a market-leading infrastructure organisation operating a world-class cargo and logistics facility to recruit a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and innovative team focused on delivering high-impact commercial solutions across the perishable goods sector. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will: Take ownership of key customer accounts and identify growth opportunities across the perishable supply chain. Lead commercial activities including profit and loss management for current and future accounts. Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with retailers, importers, agents, and shipping lines. Drive engagement through a customer-first approach while contributing to the wider commercial strategy. Represent the business at trade events, networking across national and international markets. Collaborate closely with internal teams operations, service, and innovation to deliver tailored logistics solutions. Contribute to cross-sector projects across various business units including ferry, cruise, and property operations. What We re Looking For Proven experience in account management and business development within logistics or supply chain. Sector knowledge of perishables , shipping, or food import/export is highly desirable. Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering growth and building strategic partnerships. Experience working with retailers, supermarkets, importers, and/or logistics agents. Sound knowledge of P&L, budgeting, and commercial project delivery. Confident communicator with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused with excellent analytical abilities. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally and internationally.