Job descriptionBusiness Development Executive – North West North West England (Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cheshire & Cumbria) Permanent | Full-time (40 hours per week) £36,000 – £40,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Uncapped Bonus Perform Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established and growing organisation in the freight, logistics, and supply chain sector to recruit a driven Business Development Executive . This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional who thrives on winning new business, building strong relationships, and driving revenue growth across a key regional territory. The Opportunity As a Business Development Executive, you will take ownership of developing new business opportunities across the North West, offering tailored freight and logistics solutions across multiple transport modes. This is a hybrid role aligned to a Manchester office, with a strong emphasis on client-facing activity and regional travel. Key Responsibilities Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across the region Build, manage, and convert a strong sales pipeline Develop an in-depth understanding of client needs to offer tailored logistics solutions Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients Conduct regular face-to-face meetings (minimum 3 days per week) Accurately track activity and opportunities within the CRM system Negotiate commercial terms while ensuring minimal risk to the business Collaborate with internal teams and international partners to deliver solutions Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and pipeline analysis Carry out due diligence on prospective clients What We're Looking For Minimum 2 years' experience in a business development or sales role (freight/logistics preferred) Strong knowledge of import/export and multimodal transport operations Proven ability to generate new business and achieve targets Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Strong organisational skills with attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Right to work in the UK What's on Offer Competitive base salary with uncapped bonus potential £5,000 annual car allowance 20 days annual leave + public holidays + loyalty days (up to 5 additional days) Private medical scheme (after 1 year of service) Enhanced pension contributions Life assurance (3x salary after 6 months) Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family Access to lifestyle discounts (travel, retail, fitness, entertainment & more) Annual financial wellbeing and pension review support About the Company Our client is a long-established and highly respected logistics provider with a strong global presence. Known for delivering tailored freight and supply chain solutions, they combine industry expertise with a people-first culture, offering employees the opportunity to grow within a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply Now If you're an ambitious business development professional ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. Apply today with Perform Recruitment and be part of a growing success story in the logistics industry.