Business Development Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Business Development role at Aramex International L. L. C. United Kingdom · no salary stated · we estimate £38,875–£65,000 across the United Kingdom.
Aramex International L. L. C. has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Find and develop prospects in assigned geographies alongside vertical and field marketing efforts
- Grow current customer accounts by introducing additional regions and products that support sustainable revenue
- Study customer objectives, then shape Aramex opportunities and solutions around their business needs
- Present commercially valuable solutions while building relationships with decision-makers at target organizations
- Run the sales cycle, maintain CRM records, and coordinate with solutions and account management teams
What you bring
- Freight experience is essential, alongside a business or related bachelor's degree
- At least eight years of relevant work, preferably in logistics and shipping
- A record of meeting personal and organizational sales goals through a results-focused approach
- Strong English communication, presentation, CRM, financial analysis, and business development strategy skills
Who this fits
You’ll suit a consultative business development role focused on freight, logistics, shipping, account expansion, and revenue growth. The work calls for confident customer presentations, stakeholder relationship building, commercial judgment, and collaboration with global and local leaders. Domestic travel is required as needed for client meetings, industry events, and business meetings.
From the employer
Purpose of the Job
As a Business Development Manager at Aramex, your primary objective is to drive substantial financial growth by acquiring new customers and expanding relationships with existing ones. By understanding customer requirements and aligning them with Aramex solutions, you will play a crucial role in achieving targeted revenue growth and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Job Description
- Generate and nurture leads in coordination with vertical marketing and field marketing activities to drive targeted revenue growth.
- Cultivate and nurture leads within assigned geographies, leveraging a value-based approach to create opportunities.
- Manage and expand existing business relationships to generate sustainable revenue growth, including exploring additional regions and products.
- Understand and analyze customers' business objectives to act as a consultant, translating their strategies into valuable opportunities for Aramex.
- Present solutions to customers, demonstrating business value and alignment with their goals.
- Identify and develop relationships with key contacts within targeted customer organizations to maximize leverage for Aramex.
- Collaborate with the solutions group to define innovative solutions that address customer needs and add value to their business operations.
- Work closely with account managers to ensure a seamless customer experience and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Perform all aspects of the sales process and update customer information using CRM systems.
- Network with industry professionals and internal affiliates to share best practices and stay informed about industry trends, marketing, and sales strategies.
Job Requirements - Experience and Education
- Background in Freight is a must
- Bachelor's degree in business or a related field
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the logistics and shipping industry
- Proven track record of achieving organizational and personal sales objectives, demonstrating a results-oriented approach
- Strong business acumen and industry knowledge to effectively understand and address customer needs
- Strong customer-centric mindset, focused on delivering value and exceeding customer expectations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey value propositions and build rapport with customers
- Proficiency in working with global and local leaders to develop short and long-term goals specific to the commercial organization
- Fluency in English, additional language skills are a plus
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to achieve revenue targets and expand market presence.
- Extensive experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to analyze market trends, identify opportunities, and develop strategies to capitalize on emerging trends.
- Proficiency in using CRM systems and other sales tools to manage leads, track progress, and generate reports.
- Willingness to travel domestically as needed to meet with clients, attend industry events, and participate in business meetings.
- Thorough understanding of financial principles and ability to analyze and interpret financial data to support business decisions.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards in the logistics and shipping sector.
- Commitment to upholding Aramex's values of integrity, excellence, and customer focus in all business dealings.
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