The Rapid Group, a group of South Australian-owned and operated logistics and supply chain companies, has been a trusted name in the industry for over 45 years. We offer a range of transport, warehouse, cross-dock, and distribution solutions for ambient, chilled, and frozen goods, with multiple depots in South Australia and a growing interstate network. We’re proud to have experienced significant organic growth and are excited about the potential for further expansion. We are now seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to implement a strategic plan for managed growth and retention in targeted market sectors.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with operational leaders across the group of companies, your outstanding interpersonal skills, experience within supply chain and logistics, and genuine desire to understand who we are and what we do will aid you in identifying and creating successful opportunities and establishing effective connections.

Core responsibilities include:

Proactively promote our businesses and cultivate relationships with new and existing clients and key internal stakeholders.

Drive business growth by identifying or self-generating potential opportunities in alignment with our strategic plan.

Build and maintain a new business pipeline that meets or exceeds the organisation's financial objectives.

Analyse and evaluate the viability of opportunities to prioritise leads.

Conduct regular market research to assess customer needs, trends, changes within the industry, and the competitive landscape.

Develop an external network and partnerships designed for scalability, to grow and adapt to changing business needs.

Provide complete and accurate information, including profitability-qualified pricing for tenders, quotes, and other projects.

Preparation of reports, including projected revenue, analysis, and evaluation of opportunities.

Travelling to meet with key clients and new prospects in person and attending relevant events as required.

Your skills and experience:

Minimum 5 years experience within the supply chain and logistics field.

Proven track record in generating new business, analysing opportunities, and cultivating relationships with key decision makers.

Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to confidently and courteously communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders.

A strategic thinker who will develop and implement growth strategies, collaborating with key internal stakeholders to achieve business goals.

A natural negotiator who builds rapport through active listening and emotional intelligence.

If you’re passionate and driven, a solutions-focused self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, please forward your resume to [email protected].