Business Development Manager

  • White Recruitment Construction
  • Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
  • 06/05/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications Management

Job Description

Business Development Manager - New Business Air and Ocean Freight

Location: Aberdeen

Excellent Base, Package + Autonomy

We are seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to take ownership of the full commercial journey - with a strong 90% focus on hunting and securing new business within air and ocean freight.

The Role
  • Drive new business acquisition across air & ocean freight
  • Build, manage, and convert a strong commercial pipeline
  • Identify and win opportunities within energy, engineering & industrial sectors
  • Negotiate contracts and commercial terms confidently
  • Understand complex customer decision-making processes
  • Deliver measurable revenue growth
  • Represent the business across international logistics and project opportunities

You will have the autonomy to shape your own success, backed by operational support and a forward-thinking leadership team.

What We're Looking For
  • Proven track record in new business sales within freight forwarding
  • Strong experience in air and ocean freight solutions
Background selling into:
  • Energy & engineering sectors
  • Heavy machinery manufacturers
  • Aftermarket spare parts providers
  • Complex project cargo environments
  • A genuine hunter mentality - resilient, proactive and commercially sharp
  • Confident negotiator who thrives on closing