Junior Business Development Manager

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Speedy Freight- UK

Reporting To: Operations manager

Compensation: £24,600 - £27,500

Description

Speedy Freight is a leading same-day logistics provider, delivering urgent and time-critical shipments across the UK. As part of a nationwide network, we’re known for our speed, reliability, and outstanding customer service.Our Branch based in Colchester depot is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated & driven Telesales Executive / Junior Business Development Manager to support our sales function and help generate new business opportunities.
If you thrive in a fast-moving environment, enjoy speaking to customers, and want to build a career in sales or logistics, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop and progress.

This is an office / field based role focused on lead generation, outbound activity, and supporting business growth.You’ll play a key part in building the sales pipeline, engaging new prospects, and supporting senior team members in converting opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound calls to prospective customers to generate new business opportunities
• Qualify leads and book appointments for senior sales team members
• Build and maintain a pipeline of potential customers
• Develop an understanding of customer needs and promote tailored logistics solutions
• Support the onboarding of new customers
• Maintain accurate records using CRM systems
• Follow up on inbound enquiries and marketing leads
• Work closely with the depot and operations teams to ensure smooth service delivery
• Consistently work towards and achieve activity and sales targets

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience in telesales, internal sales, or a fast-paced customer-facing role
• Exposure to logistics, transport, or courier environments is highly desirable
• Confident communicator with a great phone manner
• Resilient, motivated, and target-driven
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks
• Eager to learn and develop a career in sales
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-energy environment

This is ideal for someone who:

• Has worked in logistics, recruitment, retail, or other high-volume environments
• Enjoys speaking to people and building relationships
• Wants to transition into a Business Development Manager role over time
• Is ambitious, driven, and looking to grow with the business

Why join us....

• Be part of a recognised and growing logistics brand
• Great entry point into B2B sales and business development
• Supportive team with hands-on training and development
• Clear progression path into field sales / BDM roles
• Fast-paced, dynamic working environment where no two days are the same
• Competitive salary with bonus potential