Business Development Manager

Reading, Berkshire
Reed

Nationwide base + commission + car (salary will be reviewed exceptional candidates)UK travel + occasional European travel

A leading organisation within the defence logistics sector is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across defence transport, supply chain, and specialist logistics environments.

This is a strategic, market-creating role at the forefront of shaping new opportunities in a complex, fast-evolving sector.

The company operates across several specialist logistics divisions supporting defence, government, and international partners, including:

• Global removals and relocation services
• Heavy-lift transportation of military equipment
• Special projects for defence and NATO operations
• A dedicated business development function aimed at expanding defence transport and logistics offerings

With multiple operational sites in the UK and a growing commercial footprint, the business plays a central role in delivering critical logistics capability across nationally important contracts.

The Role

This is a high-impact position focused on:

Business Development & Growth

• Identifying, pursuing, and securing new opportunities in defence logistics
• Developing strategic plans to expand presence and capability in the market
• Building long-term relationships with stakeholders across defence, primes, integrators, and specialist logistics providers

Client Engagement

• Representing the organisation at industry events and key forums
• Engaging confidently with senior decision-makers across complex, regulated environments
• Working with internal teams to develop tailored commercial solutions

Market Insight & Industry Intelligence

• Understanding the competitive landscape and emerging market trends
• Providing insight that supports effective pricing, positioning, and strategy
• Identifying opportunities across UK and European defence logistics markets

Internal Collaboration

• Aligning business development activity with operational capabilities
• Supporting bids, proposals, and customer-specific solutions

About You – Candidate Profile

Essential

• Strong background in logistics, supply chain, or transport
• Proven experience in business development, strategic sales, or account growth
• Ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders within technical or regulated sectors
• Commercially astute with the ability to secure long-term partnerships

Desirable

• Existing network within MOD, primes, integrators, or defence logistics providers
• Understanding of defence logistics operations such as distribution, storage, heavy-lift or special project delivery
• Experience in competitive markets where differentiation matters

Salary & Package

• £50,000 base salary
• Commission structure + company car
• Up to £60,000 available for exceptional candidates
• Commission scheme currently under review for increased competitiveness

Interested in learning more?

This is a rare opportunity to lead growth within a mission-critical sector and influence the future of defence logistics in the UK.

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