Job Description
Oceanic Resources International MEA
Business Development Manager - Freight Forwarding
Locations available - Jeddah Riyadh Dammam and Bahrain
Join aGlobal Leader in Freight Forwarding
- Are you a high-achieving sales professional in the freight forwarding industry looking for a game- changing opportunity
- Our client is expanding and looking for dynamic Business Development Managers (BDMs) in Jeddah Riyadh and Dammam to drive their growth in general cargo and multimodal forwarding across KSA and globally.
Why Join them
- A Century of Excellence family-owned globally respected logistics provider with 70 offices in 40 countries.
- Industry Leader specialize in project forwarding supply chain services heavy lift and complex logistics across sectors like oil & gas power chemicals and industrial projects.
- Family-owned European global forwarder; but still maintaining strong national and GCC presence
Whats in It for You
- Career Growth Be part of a global logistics powerhouse with opportunities to develop within a fast-growing market.
- A Winning Team Work under strong leadershipfor KSA and an experienced network of freight forwarding professionals.
- Unmatched Earning Potential As well as a competitive basic salary with all the usual benefits they are introducing (for these 3 positions) a new commission structure which will be one of the most competitive in the market. Once you surpass your target the commission will be calculated from 0 SAR. (Target is set at a very achievable 3 x salary in GP per month)
- For each new client you bring onboard; you will receive: Year 1: 15% commission Year 2: 10% commission Year 3: 5% commission
- Whats more you benefit from an attractive salary and a modern workplace with the option to work remotelyensuring flexible working hours and individual development opportunities.
What theyare Looking For:
- Proven Freight Forwarding Sales Expertise 5 years of experience in KSA within multimodal forwarding sales.
- General Cargo Focus we want to expand in general cargo and so will be interested in candidates with a mixed portfolio; especially if youre working with local Saudi companies. (ie new EPCs).
- Industry Knowledge Experience in airfreight seafreight (FCL / LCL / RoRo / Break Bulk) land transport and ideally exposure in/ with oil & gas industrial projects. Monitor and evaluate industry trends and customer drivers and meet regularly with management and stakeholders to discuss strategy.
- Client Network Strong relationships with local companies. Experienced in Cold calling quoting and closing new business and maintaining a healthy pipeline of customers/ accounts
- Business Development - Generate new leads identify and contact decision-makers screen potential business opportunities and select the deals in line with company strategies.
- Excellent Communication Fluent English is required (Arabic is a plus but not mandatory). Maintain and share professional knowledge through education networking events and presentations developing new ideas/ strategies.
- Top Talent from the Competition We know attracting great people in this industry is tough which is why our commission plan beats the market.
- Ability to analyse and manage Clients on gross margin volume and profitability. Handling any complaints and ensuring payments are made on time.
- Pricing - Procure buying rates and negotiating the most commercially beneficial rates with subcons agents carriers etc. to maximise the companys profits.
- Experience Leading RFQ / bids and negotiations with clients with a strong commercial sense and customer focus. Manage proposal response process including detailed RFP requirements content creation and inputs -from various sources
- Strategy - Develop and implement outbound sales and business development strategy sales processes structure and best practices across the company. Proactively source and qualify new business opportunities/leads via inbound and outbound marketing efforts.
Were a globally trusted brand that delivers customized high-value logistics solutions in some of the most complex markets. If youre ambitious driven ready to maximise your earning potential and career trajectory this is the opportunity youve been waiting for. Interested we want to work with people who not only bring the right rsum/CV but who also pursue their ideas with passion and put them into action with commitment.
Apply now and take your freight forwarding sales career to the next level. Email your CV and availability to set up a time to speak to us to discuss the opportunities further.
Required Experience:
Manager