Ocean Freight Business Development Manager

Position Overview Now Hiring: Trade Route Development Manager – Ocean Freight 📍 Remote (U.S. or Canada) 💲 Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission 🕒 Full-Time Drive Global Trade. Build New Business. Earn Without Limits. Are you a high-performing logistics sales professional with a passion for winning new business? Do you thrive on building relationships, opening new doors, and growing strategic trade lanes? We're looking for a Trade Route Development Manager to spearhead business development across the U.S./Canada ↔ Europe and India Subcontinent (ISC) trade lanes. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced ocean freight sales professional who combines industry expertise with a true hunter mentality. If you're motivated by uncapped earning potential, international logistics, and the opportunity to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you. What You'll Do As our Trade Route Development Manager , you'll be responsible for identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities while expanding our presence across key international shipping corridors. Responsibilities include: Develop and execute strategic sales plans targeting importers, exporters, manufacturers, and shippers moving freight between North America, Europe, and the India Subcontinent. Prospect, qualify, and close new business opportunities for FCL, LCL, and project cargo services. Build long-term relationships with BCOs (Beneficial Cargo Owners), carriers, and strategic partners. Collaborate with pricing, operations, and procurement teams to develop competitive freight solutions. Manage a healthy sales pipeline while accurately forecasting revenue and meeting or exceeding sales goals. Stay informed on carrier capacity, freight rates, and market trends to identify new growth opportunities. Represent the company professionally at customer meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities. What We're Looking For 5+ years of experience in ocean freight sales, freight forwarding, business development, or trade lane management. Proven success generating new business and consistently exceeding sales targets. Strong understanding of Transatlantic and/or India Subcontinent ocean freight markets. Experience selling FCL, LCL, and international logistics solutions. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and consultative selling skills. Self-motivated professional who excels in a remote, independent work environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Why Join Us? Work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. or Canada. Sell within established, high-growth international trade lanes. Competitive compensation with uncapped commission potential. Autonomy to build your territory while being supported by experienced operations and pricing teams. Opportunity to make a direct impact on company growth. Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation and customer success. Benefits ✔ Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission✔ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance✔ 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match (where applicable)✔ Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays✔ Life & Disability Insurance✔ Flexible Remote Work Environment✔ Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities✔ Laptop & Technology Support✔ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ready to Build Global Business? If you're a driven logistics sales professional who enjoys hunting new business and developing international trade opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of global freight forwarding. Fr. Meyer’s Sohn (FMS) is a family-owned global freight forwarding company. Since 1897, tailored logistics solutions across all modes of transport have been an integral part of our portfolio, along with supply chain optimization. Pay Range USD $85,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.