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Business Development - Oversized Cargo Maritime Transport

Remote, Barajas de Madrid·Added 21 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

DHL

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Work mode
Remote (Barajas de Madrid)
Contract
Permanent contract
English
Required
Experience
3+ years
Driving licence
Required
Benefits
Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan

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Requirements

What we're looking for

§ Knowledge of the Industrial Projects sector.

§ Relationship with suppliers, MPP and RORO shipowners, stevedores, and carriers.

§ Knowledge of air transport and customs.

§ Minimum of 3-5 years of experience performing a similar or specialized role.

§ High organizational and analytical capacity.

§ Commercial management skills both internally, within the DHL Network, and externally, with local clients.

§ Effective communication and active listening skills.

§ Ability to work autonomously, with set deadlines.

§ Achievement and goal-oriented.

§ Proficiency in MS Office, mainly Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in preparing presentations and presenting results, initiatives,...

§ Driver's license essential due to job requirements.

§ Availability for occasional travel.

§ High level of English required (C1 or native), for interaction with our European colleagues and managing calls and meetings in English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

- Joining the leading company in the logistics sector worldwide.

- Permanent contract.

- Interesting fixed and variable annual remuneration based on individual and business objectives.

- Company vehicle linked to the commercial position.

- Interesting benefits:

o 24 working days of vacation/year and a free afternoon on your birthday.

o 20% possibility of working remotely.

o Life Insurance.

o Private Medical Insurance for you and your spouse / descendants (ADESLAS or ASISA), paid 50% by DHL; 29 euros premium per beneficiary as a cost to the employee.

o Flexible Benefits Plan: Daycare, Transport, and Medical Insurance.

o DHL CLUB Discount Club.

o DGF "Be Wellbeing" Plan: Fruit in the office, agreements with gyms and health centers, and physiotherapy sessions in the office subsidized at 50%.

o Company share program contribution plan, with a 15% discount, starting from 3 months of contract.

The role

Do you want to be part of the world's leading logistics company? Do you have experience in the industrial projects sector and in forwarding? Do you enjoy collaborating with different departments and helping the business grow? We have the perfect opportunity for your professional development!

At DHL Global Forwarding, we are looking for a commercial business development manager specialized in industrial projects, heavy cargo, oversized cargo, and roll-on/roll-off cargo. The position reports to the Industrial Projects Management for Iberia and is based at our head offices in Barajas (Madrid).

What do we expect from you as part of the best specialized team?

What you'll do

  • Develop the local client portfolio.
  • Search for suppliers to support the activity.
  • Monitor the activity of the corporate Network.
  • Acquire Project clients, with a special focus on the EPC sector (Engineering, Procurement & Construction).
  • Follow up on opportunities within the Industrial Projects Network.
  • Manage the DHL Group reporting systems.
  • Monitor, negotiate, and control the department's specific suppliers.

About DHL

DHL is the world's leading logistics and express delivery company, operating a global network that connects people and businesses across more than 220 countries and territories. As a division of the German logistics giant Deutsche Post DHL Group, the company provides a comprehensive range of services including international express, freight transportation (air, ocean, road, and rail), contract logistics, and e-commerce solutions. With a workforce of hundreds of thousands of employees worldwide, DHL is a category-defining brand in the logistics industry, known for its reliability, speed, and extensive global reach.

In Spain, DHL has a strong and established presence with offices and operations in major cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Vitoria, among others. The company offers a wide range of roles in logistics operations, customer service, sales, and corporate functions, making it a significant employer for both local and international talent. DHL's work culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and employee development, with programs like the Graduate Program and Talent Bank designed to nurture future leaders. For international professionals, DHL Spain offers opportunities to work in a truly global environment, with the chance to build a career across borders and gain exposure to diverse logistics operations.

Industry
Logistics
Founded
1969
Employees
500,000+
Headquarters
Bonn, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 1 more
Website
dhl.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • DHL is a global company with operations in over 220 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work in a truly global environment.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Vitoria, providing a wide range of roles from operations to corporate functions.
  • DHL offers structured graduate programs and internships in Spain, such as the 'Programa Graduate' and 'Contrato en prácticas', which are excellent entry points for international talent.
  • As a German-headquartered company, DHL provides a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the corporate language, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • DHL is known for its strong commitment to employee development and offers clear career progression paths, both within Spain and internationally.

In their own words

About the company & team

Because we care about people and put the customer at the center of our approach. We have renewed our Top Employer certification in Spain and globally, and we are also certified as a Great Place to Work.

DHL Global Forwarding is the division of the Deutsche Post DHL Group specialized in air and ocean freight transport, and value-added services and industrial projects.

Through our own worldwide network of offices, we offer door-to-door solutions, including value-added services associated with supply chain management (customs, insurance, temperature-controlled transport, dangerous goods, etc.).

Our team of professionals worldwide positions us as leaders in service quality, with the customer at the center of our activity and a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Additional information

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity company. We evaluate all candidates without distinction of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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