Business Development Manager, Air and Sea

Location: ZAF - Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)
Job Posting Title: Business Development Manager, Air and Sea 
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role:

To be part of New Business Commercial Team and champion New Business growth for DSV.

To Protect, Grow and Innovate with regards to New Business Signed on.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years’ Sales experience in  Freight Forwarding

Added advantages:

Skills & Competencies: 

Technical & Commercial

• Strong understanding of Air & Sea freight forwarding products and services
• Proven ability to sell complex logistics solutions
• Solid commercial, negotiation, and financial acumen

Soft Skills 

• Results-driven with a strong hunter mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Relationship builder with stakeholder management capability
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and resilient

Qualifications: 

• Matric (essential)
• Tertiary qualifications will be of advantage.

Computer packages

• Office 365 (Teams, OneNote, Forms), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Cargo Wise (will be an advantage).
• CRM Sytems

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Business Development & Sales 

• dentify and pursue new Air & Sea freight opportunities within target industries and trade lanes
• Develop and execute new business sales plans to achieve volume, revenue, and margin targets
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through prospecting, networking, and referrals
• Lead customer negotiations, pricing discussions, and contract finalisation
• Drive cross-selling opportunities across DSV’s broader service offerings where applicable

Customer & Account Management

• Establish trusted, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders
• Understand customer supply chain needs and propose tailored logistics solutions
• Ensure smooth onboarding and handover to operations, maintaining service excellence
• Proactively manage customer performance, retention, and growth opportunities

Market & Strategic Insight

• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs within Air & Sea freight
• Contribute to sales strategy and vertical-specific initiatives
• Provide accurate revenue forecasting and reporting through CRM and internal tools

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, Pricing, Customer Service, and Finance to deliver competitive and compliant solutions
• Ensure adherence to DSV policies, governance, and ethical sales practices

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• New business revenue and gross profit
• Customer acquisition and pipeline conversion
• Margin quality and yield
• Retention of newly acquired customers 
• Accuracy of forecasts and CRM discipline

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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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.