Senior Business Development Manager - Ocean Freight

Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager – (Ocean Freight)Job Location: ConnecticutObjective:As a Senior Business Development Manager, your focus will be to achieve results that align with the organization’s strategic goals, including prospecting and finding new business opportunities. To succeed in this role, you should possess initiative, a competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused on results despite changing conditions. Your proactive approach to prospecting and your ability to identify and pursue new business prospects will be the key in driving the growth and success of the organization.Role Overview:As a Senior Business Development Manager, you will collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the sales process to ensure consistent revenue growth from new customers. This position offers a flexible and dynamic work environment, providing opportunities for growth, recognition, and rewards based on business results.Key Responsibilities:Identify and contact prospective customers, assess customer needs and match with products / servicesSeek opportunities for increased and profitable sales on new and existing accounts; make presentations to prospective or existing accounts to propose rate structures and service optionsActively pursue new business opportunities and drive KPIsManage an assigned territory with extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitorsFoster customer and station relationships while collaborating with regional resourcesFacilitate the transition of new accounts through introductions, information transfer, and securing necessary customer paperwork; assist with accounts receivable collection when neededGenerate and analyze sales reports to track performance, identify trends, and measure progress towards sales targetsQualifications:Minimum 2+ years of successful sales experience within the forwarding industry, demonstrating a strong hunter sales mentality driven by goals and self-motivation, OFR experience preferred.Proficient in using a CRM system and MS Office ProductsSkilled in building rapport and fostering strong customer relationships, with the ability to regularly meet with customers off-siteExceptional communication and presentation skillsStrong negotiation skills to effectively navigate complex sales deals and contract agreementsDemonstrate a sense of urgency in achieving goals; adaptable and self-motivated in fast-paced, dynamic environmentsEmpowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditionsSkilled in effectively persuading and motivating others to take actionPay Range: $97,376.25 - $129,835.00+ (Based on Experience)Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees’ growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success.Be part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.Equal Opportunity EmployerDHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Work AuthorizationApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.#LI-RL2Job SummaryJob number: AV-341496Date posted : 2026-10-05