Business Development Manager

EVRi International; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics provider in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to manage a portfolio of high-value corporate clients. This role is pivotal in driving growth and profitability while delivering exceptional service. Responsibilities include onboarding clients, conducting performance reviews, and collaborating with internal teams. Candidates should possess strong relationship-building skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A driving licence is required due to travel needs. This position offers growth opportunities within a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Proven background in key account management, customer success or business development.
• Experience in eCommerce, logistics, or technology-led services.

Responsibilities

• Manage and retain a portfolio of high-profile corporate clients.
• Lead business and performance reviews with senior stakeholders.
• Identify and win volume growth through pricing improvements.

Skills

Strategic relationship building

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Data-led presentations

Education

Degree or formal qualification in Account Management/Sales

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Are you a strategic relationship builder with the commercial acumen to unlock growth in key accounts?

We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to take full ownership of a portfolio of high value Corporate clients, managing every stage of the customer journey from solution design through to delivery and ongoing development. This role sits within our Client Development team and is central to our success in growing volume, enhancing profitability, and delivering an exceptional service experience. You’ll be the go-to partner for some of our most important clients, and you'll need to bring both a consultative approach and operational understanding to build long‑term, value‑driven relationships.

This is a great time to be joining us! We are growing year on year, with ambitious plans for future growth and we would love to give you the opportunity to grow with us!

Interested? Take a look at the below to understand what you'll be doing in your role as Business Development Manager!

• Manage and retain a portfolio of high‑profile Corporate clients, taking full responsibility for client success - from onboarding through to implementation, growth, and ongoing support
• Lead quarterly business reviews, performance reviews and budgeting conversations with senior stakeholders
• Identify and win volume through Share of Wallet growth, pricing improvements and contract renewals
• Maintain healthy cash‑flow and support profitability through commercial levers
• Collaborate closely with Operational Management and internal stakeholders to enhance service and performance
• Recommend and drive initiatives to improve service levels, streamline operations, and support recovery programmes when needed
• Use data and insight to guide decision‑making, identify risks and unlock new opportunities
• Work alongside our wider Business Development, SLT and Performance teams to contribute to group‑wide projects

Still interested? Great news! We are looking for:

• Full UK Driving Licence (travel is a key part of this role, including occasional overseas travel and flexible hours)
• Degree or formal qualification in Account Management/Sales is advantageous but not essential
• Proven background in key account management, customer success or business development
• Experience in eCommerce, logistics, parcel delivery or technology‑led services
• Strong commercial awareness with a background in P&L, pricing, budgeting and contract management
• Experience with international eCommerce, imports/exports and customs processes (desirable)
• Confident producing and delivering high‑quality, data‑led presentations and proposals
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong relationship building and stakeholder engagement skills (up to C‑suite level)
• Confident negotiator with the ability to challenge clients constructively

At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensure that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.

We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome

We’re excited for the future. Let’s deliver it together.