Business Development Manager - Pharmaceutical

Business Development Manager - Pharmaceutical / Freight Forwarding & Contract Logistics Location: North West England (flexible, with travel)Package: £60,000 - £70,000 + car / allowance + commission + benefits

Our client, a leading logistics provider with a strong freight forwarding capability and a specialist contract logistics arm, is seeking a talented Business Development Manager - Pharmaceutical specialist, to drive growth across the North of the UK. With a growing reputation in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business committed to compliance, innovation, and service excellence.

The Role:

This is a strategic new business position focused on expanding the client's footprint within pharma and healthcare supply chains. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and securing new accounts while developing strong long-term relationships with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new business within pharma, biotech, and healthcare logistics.
• Sell freight forwarding and GDP-compliant contract logistics solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Collaborate with operations and solutions design teams to deliver tailored proposals.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes in pharma logistics.

The Candidate:

• Proven business development track record as a Business Development Manager - Pharmaceutical within freight forwarding and/or logistics distribution and supply chain.
• Strong network and experience in the pharma and life sciences sector.
• Solid knowledge of GDP, temperature-controlled transport, and compliance requirements.
• Commercially astute, resilient, and able to engage at all levels.
• Based in the North West England with flexibility for regular travel.