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Li & Fung · 1 day ago

Business Development Manager – Freight Forwarding

Global Freight Services (GFS), an affiliate of Li & Fung, is a leading global freight forwarder providing integrated logistics solutions. They are seeking a proactive and results-oriented Business Development Manager to focus on business development and customer acquisition in ocean, air, and intermodal freight forwarding.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities in ocean, air, and intermodal transportation
Develop a robust sales pipeline through cold calling, networking, and customer visits
Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers and key decision-makers
Collaborate with operations, customer service, and finance teams to ensure seamless service delivery
Prepare and deliver customized proposals and pricing solutions to meet customer needs
Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify growth opportunities
Provide regular sales reports, forecasts, and updates on customer activity to management
Attend relevant industry events and trade shows to expand networks and promote GFS’s capabilities
Ensure all sales activities comply with company policies and industry regulations

Qualification

Freight forwarding experienceBusiness developmentInternational logisticsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsPresentation skillsResilientIndependent workerSelf-driven

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
Proven experience in freight forwarding or logistics sales with a strong record of new business acquisition
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Self-driven, resilient, and capable of working independently to meet targets
Solid understanding of international logistics, trade lanes, and customs processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Company holidays

Company

Li & Fung

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As new technologies disrupt the way consumers and businesses interact, Li & Fung is reimagining and creating supply chains for the future.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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