Business Development Specialist - Full time

This opportunity sits with a global logistics provider that helps businesses move goods across borders every single day. They operate across road, air, and ocean freight, supporting customers who depend on precision, reliability, and people who know how global trade actually works.
Big enough to compete internationally, but nimble enough locally that strong performers can genuinely shape their market.
This role offers a base salary in the range of $70,000 – $95,000*, plus a commission structure that rewards real results, not just activity. If you grow accounts and bring in new business, you see it reflected directly in your earnings.
* Offers are determined based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, internal equity, and alignment with the role’s requirements. It is a hands-on business development role for someone who enjoys getting out in front of customers, building trust, and turning conversations into long-term partnerships.
Grow the business.
That means finding new customers, developing existing ones, and positioning the full range of logistics services in a way that genuinely solves problems. You will manage your own pipeline, create pricing proposals, and stay close to your accounts after the deal is done.
Identifying and pursuing new customers within your territory
Preparing freight rates and commercial proposals
Keeping your CRM activity up to date
Stepping in when customers need support or solutions
Three or more years in freight forwarding, logistics sales, or a similar environment
Comfortable with both hunting for new business and managing accounts
Experience working with international freight movements is important
Practical knowledge of freight forwarding and supply chain logistics
Mandarin or Cantonese language capability is required , alongside strong English communication skills
Personable, confident, and comfortable building relationships with a diverse customer base
Degree in Economics, Business Management, Marketing, or Logistics preferred.
Job Type: Hybrid, Permanent, Full-Time
Industries: Freight Forwarding
Required Travel: Minimal
Relocation Assistance: No
Trevor joined the Recruitment Profession immediately upon graduation from University and has never looked back. He began his specialist career with the firm in 2002 after 5 successful years with a large, international, generalist staffing agency wherein he held a number of senior positions. Use of Artificial Intelligence
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