Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – International Freight Forwarding Bradford, West Yorkshire £50,000 Including Company Car Allowance + Exceptional Bonus Scheme A highly reputable international freight forwarder based in West Yorkshire is seeking a driven and ambitious Business Development Manager to support its ongoing restructure and growth plans. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused freight professional looking to build a long-term career within a supportive business that offers a strong culture, experienced internal teams, and excellent career stability. The successful candidate will ideally be based in West Yorkshire or the wider Northern region and will have strong experience in Air or Sea freight. Bringing an existing client portfolio would be highly beneficial. Key Responsibilities: Developing new business opportunities across Air or Sea.  Managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to onboarding Building and maintaining strong client relationships Working closely with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery Supporting the company’s continued commercial growth Requirements: Proven background in freight forwarding business development Strong knowledge of Air & Sea freight  Driven, ambitious and target-focused mindset Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team Package & Benefits: £50,000 basic salary Company car allowance Exceptional bonus scheme (first 3 years) Pension scheme Death in Service benefit A fantastic opportunity for long-term career growth and stability within a successful international freight forwarding environment, offering a strong company culture and genuine progression an opportunity not to be missed. Apply online or to find out more, get in touch with Michaela at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.

Air Freight Export Operator Bradford, West Yorkshire £32,000 per annum + company bonus Immediate start available Benefits: Company bonus scheme, pension, death in service cover About the Role A highly reputable international freight forwarder based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Air Freight Export Operator to join a busy freight forwarding team in Bradford. This is a full-cycle export role covering sales support/quoting, operational execution, customs clearance, documentation, and shipment delivery. This is an immediate requirement for someone confident handling air export shipments end-to-end in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end air export shipments from booking through to final delivery Provide freight quotations and support sales enquiries Coordinate with airlines, agents, transport providers, and warehouse teams Prepare and process export documentation including AWBs, invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs requirements, and IATA guidelines Book cargo space and monitor flight schedules to meet deadlines Track shipments and provide regular customer updates Resolve operational issues including delays, documentation queries, and customs matters Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure smooth internal communication Deliver excellent customer service throughout the export process Requirements Proven experience in air freight export operations is essential Strong knowledge of customs procedures and export documentation Ability to manage time-critical shipments under pressure Excellent communication and customer service skills High attention to detail and strong organisational ability Opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced freight environment.  Apply online or to find out more, get in touch with Michaela at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.