Business Development Manager
At a glance
Mid-level Business Development role at DSV. Blanchardstown.
Pay not stated
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Win new air and ocean freight accounts, prioritising strategic customers and lasting commercial relationships
- Keep opportunities moving through the pipeline while meeting agreed sales targets
- Build connections with importers and exporters across the region, including senior decision-makers
- Shape customer proposals with Tender Management and Product teams, then present competitive solutions
- Log leads, meetings and opportunities in Microsoft Dynamics while meeting company, quality and safety standards
What you bring
- A proven record of closing new freight-forwarding business, with strong air and/or ocean freight knowledge
- Experience handling tenders, proposals and CRM systems in a commercial sales setting
- Strong negotiation, organisation, communication and presentation skills in English
- A self-directed, results-focused approach with the ability to influence people at different levels
Who this fits
You’ll suit a customer-facing sales role built around regular meetings, new-business wins and long-term account development. The position is based in Blanchardstown, Dublin, runs during business core hours across a full-time week, and requires flexibility. Employment is permanent, and successful candidates must complete right-to-work checks; some sites also require five years of referencing and background checks.
From the employer
Job Req Number: 124358
Time Type: Full Time
At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us.
Business Development Manager -Air and Sea
Location: Dublin -Blanchardstown
Working hours: Business core hours, 37.5 per week -flexibility required
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Are you a results-driven sales professional with experience in freight forwarding? This role exists to drive growth, build strong customer relationships, and keep global supply chains moving. As a Business Development Manager – Air & Sea, you will focus on winning new business and developing long-term partnerships across air and ocean freight. Your work directly supports customers, strengthens our network, and helps ensure reliability in a fast-moving world.
What will you be doing?
• Develop and secure new Air & Sea freight business, focusing on long-term strategic customers
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline, delivering against agreed sales targets
• Establish and grow relationships with key importers and exporters across the region
• Work closely with Tender Management and Product teams to create competitive, customer-focused proposals
• Meet customers regularly, understand their needs, and provide market and competitor insights
• Maintain accurate records in CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), including leads, meetings, and opportunities
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality, and health & safety standards
About you
• Proven track record of winning and closing new business within freight forwarding
• Strong knowledge of Air and/or Sea freight solutions
• Ability to build relationships and influence decision-makers at different levels
• Commercial awareness with strong negotiation skills
• A proactive, self-driven approach with a focus on results
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
• Experience working with tenders, proposals, and CRM systems
What can we offer you?
Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.
In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
Employee counselling, for support with physical and mental wellbeing
Company Pension, which, when a member of, also provides access to Life Cover and Critical Illness cover
Next Steps
If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!
Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and background checks.
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
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