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Job Description

Are you our new Business Development Manager for Contract Logistics? GEODIS is looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to strengthen our Contract Logistics team in the Netherlands. If you enjoy developing new business, building strong customer relationships, and designing smart supply chain solutions, this role offers the opportunity to work with international customers and colleagues in one of the world’s leading logistics organizations. Your Role As Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in expanding GEODIS’ contract logistics activities in the Benelux region. You will focus on identifying new opportunities, developing strategic customer relationships, and converting complex supply chain challenges into innovative logistics solutions. Your target accounts will mainly be within the retail, healthcare, high-tech / consumer electronics, and industrial spare parts sectors. Working closely with operations, engineering, and support teams, you will translate customer requirements and tenders into competitive logistics solutions and present them to customers at senior decision-making levels. You will manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and opportunity development through to contracting, supported by our CRM system (Salesforce). This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment with colleagues across Europe and beyond. About GEODIS GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider and part of SNCF Group. Our five business lines include: Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport. Top 5 logistics provider in Europe 40,000+ employees worldwide Active in 67 countries Global network covering 120 countries Every day, we help customers optimize their supply chains with innovative, efficient, and sustainable logistics solutions. What We Offer Competitive salary package Performance-based bonus Company car, laptop and mobile phone Minimum 24 vacation days plus additional leave days Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance The opportunity to work within a global logistics leader An international working environment with talented colleagues Professional development opportunities and training programs A culture that values collaboration, entrepreneurship, and celebrating success What You Bring Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or a related field At least 5 years of experience in a commercial or business development role Strong understanding of the logistics and supply chain industry Experience with contract logistics or complex supply chain solutions Ability to develop new business opportunities and strategic customer relationships Strong communication and presentation skills in English A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with strong team collaboration skills Diversity & Inclusion At GEODIS, we believe diversity drives innovation and performance. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and has the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Core Responsibilities

Expand GEODIS’ contract logistics business in the Benelux by identifying opportunities, developing strategic customer relationships, and converting supply chain challenges into logistics solutions. Manage the full sales cycle, collaborate with operations and engineering teams to develop competitive proposals, and present solutions to senior customer decision-makers.

Requirements

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field is required, along with at least five years of commercial or business development experience. Candidates should understand logistics and supply chains, have experience with contract logistics or complex solutions, and demonstrate strong communication, presentation, entrepreneurial, and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Performance-Based Bonus
• Company Car
• Laptop
• Mobile Phone
• At Least 24 Vacation Days
• Additional Leave Days
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Programs