Position Overview
Title: Telesales Executive / Junior Business Development Manager
Department: Sales
Location: Speedy Freight – UK (Colchester depot)
Compensation: £24,600 – £27,500 per annum.
Speedy Freight is a leading same‑day logistics provider delivering urgent and time‑critical shipments across the UK. As part of a nationwide network, we’re known for our speed, reliability, and outstanding customer service.
Our branch in the Colchester depot is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated & driven Telesales Executive / Junior Business Development Manager to support our sales function and help generate new business opportunities.
This is an office / field based role focused on lead generation, outbound activity, and supporting business growth. You’ll play a key part in building the sales pipeline, engaging new prospects, and supporting senior team members in converting opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct outbound calls to prospective customers to generate new business opportunities
- Qualify leads and book appointments for senior sales team members
- Build and maintain a pipeline of potential customers
- Develop an understanding of customer needs and promote tailored logistics solutions
- Support the onboarding of new customers
- Maintain accurate records using CRM systems
- Follow up on inbound enquiries and marketing leads
- Work closely with the depot and operations teams to ensure smooth service delivery
- Consistently work towards and achieve activity and sales targets
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Previous experience in telesales, internal sales, or a fast‑paced customer‑facing role
- Exposure to logistics, transport, or courier environments is highly desirable
- Confident communicator with a great phone manner
- Resilient, motivated, and target‑driven
- Organised and able to manage multiple tasks
- Eager to learn and develop a career in sales
- Comfortable working in a fast‑moving, high‑energy environment
Ideal Candidate
- Has worked in logistics, recruitment, retail, or other high‑volume environments
- Enjoys speaking to people and building relationships
- Wants to transition into a Business Development Manager role over time
- Is ambitious, driven, and looking to grow with the business
Why Join Us
- Be part of a recognised and growing logistics brand
- Great entry point into B2B sales and business development
- Supportive team with hands‑on training and development
- Clear progression path into field sales / BDM roles
- Fast‑paced, dynamic working environment where no two days are the same
- Competitive salary with bonus potential
Colchester based – CO4 9ADFull Time / Permanent
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