Business Development Specialist

  • Location:
    Luton, Bedfordshire Luton, Bedfordshire Luton, Bedfordshire Luton, Bedfordshire
  • Salary:
    c£40,000 / per annum D.O.E
  • Posted:
    2 weeks ago
  • Category:
  • Deadline:
    November 20, 2025

Express Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a rapidly growing third-party logistics company, as they search for an experienced business development professional to spearhead the growth of their Southern operations.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success within a previous sales or business development role, ideally within logistics and fulfilment, and will be confident in leading sales strategy of in line with continued expansion.

Alongside a fantastic basic salary of up to £40,000 D.O.E., they’re offering a bespoke commission scheme, regular salary reviews and significant career progression opportunities, with other excellent benefits and the freedom to really make the role your own, as a completely new position to their Luton Team.

Role & Responsibilities:

  • To lead in business development strategy for the continued development of their Southern-based operations
  • To identify and develop on new business opportunities through performing effective outbound calls
  • To arrange and attend regular client meetings to generate new business and build on existing opportunities
  • To guide clients through the sales process and advise on solutions that best suit their specific requirements
  • To bring your own ideas to the table to maximise new business and drive revenue growth

Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience within third party logistics essential
  • Ability to build relationships with a broad range of stakeholders
  • Results-driven individual
  • Confident self-starter
  • Valid UK driving licence

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7

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Vacancy Summary

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Salary: Up to c£40,000 per annum D.O.E plus excellent bespoke commission scheme

Location: Luton, on the road

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Unfortunately we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.