Logistics and Supply Chain · Not stated
Recruitment agency · Corporate Staffing ServicesBusiness Development Lead – Logistics
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About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer is hiring a Business Development Lead in Nairobi, Kenya. This full-time role suits someone with experience in logistics and supply chain business development, aiming to grow the company's market share across East Africa.
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What you will do
- Develop and execute strategies to meet sales, revenue, and profit goals.
- Identify and secure new business opportunities in logistics services including freight forwarding, customs clearance, transportation, warehousing, and third-party logistics.
- Generate leads, develop prospects, and convert them into long-term clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients such as importers, exporters, manufacturers, NGOs, and retailers.
- Prepare and present business proposals and negotiate contracts to close deals profitably.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and partnerships.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective client onboarding and service delivery.
- Represent the company at industry events to enhance market visibility and generate leads.
- Provide leadership and guidance to support business development activities and maintain professional conduct.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- At least 4 to 5 years of relevant experience in business development or sales within the logistics and supply chain sector.
- Proven ability to generate business leads, acquire new customers, negotiate commercial terms, and close deals.
- Good knowledge of freight forwarding, customs clearance, transportation, warehousing, and third-party logistics services.
- Strong understanding of clearing and forwarding regulations and industry standards.
- Experience or network with importers, exporters, manufacturers, and other business stakeholders in East Africa is preferred.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong skills in sales planning, pipeline management, and business reporting.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative.
- Good leadership, supervision, and teamwork abilities.
- High levels of integrity, flexibility, professionalism, and commitment to achieving targets.
How to apply
Send your CV only through the employer's official contact, quoting the job title Business Development Lead – Logistics in the subject line. Applications close on 16 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.