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Business Development Manager- Final Mile

A.P. Moller - Maersk, Memphis, TN, United States


Overview Business Development Manager - Final Mile We are seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to drive new customer acquisitions within our Final Mile Heavy Bulky Home Delivery business. This role focuses on identifying, pursuing, and winning new logos across furniture, appliances, home improvement, fitness equipment, and other oversized consumer goods verticals. The ideal candidate is a proven hunter with deep knowledge of final mile logistics, white-glove delivery, and installation services, and a strong network across retailers, manufacturers, and e-commerce brands. As a Business Development Manager, you will identify and win new-logo business, partner strategically with prospects, and build trusted relationships that lead to enduring value and transformational growth.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the North America Business Development team, your focus will be to generate and close new business for our final mile heavy bulky home delivery division. You will identify ideal target customers using data, insight, and intuition and position Maersk as the logistics partner that delivers clarity, reliability, and innovation. You will be responsible for outreach, identifying and prospecting new logos for Maersk Ground Freight and generating sales as well as building a sales pipeline that allows consistent business growth for ground freight.

Key Responsibilities
New Business Development

Own the full sales cycle from prospecting and lead generation through contract execution and onboarding

Acquire new enterprise and mid-market customers requiring heavy bulky, white-glove, and in-home delivery solutions

Target shippers in furniture, appliances, bedding, fitness equipment, home décor, home improvement and specialty retail

Develop account strategies to penetrate complex organizations with multiple decision-makers

Solution Selling

Sell value-based final mile solutions including heavy bulky threshold and white-glove delivery, room-of-choice, unpacking, assembly, and installation

Returns, reverse logistics, and haul-away services

Dedicated and hybrid delivery models

Collaborate with operations, pricing, and solution design teams to create customized delivery solutions

Present compelling proposals that balance service, scalability, and cost

Market & Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong executive-level relationships with customers and prospects

Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings

Stay informed on market trends, competitor offerings, and customer expectations in final mile logistics

Performance & Reporting

Consistently meet or exceed new business revenue and margin targets

Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting in CRM

Provide regular updates on sales activity, win/loss insights, and market intelligence

Travel: 30-50%

Key Responsibilities

Win New-Logo Business: focus on acquiring new customers and converting high-potential prospects into long-term Maersk clients

Prioritize with Insight: use data sources to segment and prioritize target accounts with high potential value

Lead with Empathy and Purpose: build relationships with a customer-first approach

Collaborate to Win: work with solution engineering, operations, product, pricing, and legal to craft proposals

Own the Sales Cycle: manage the full lifecycle using structured methodologies

Build a Better Pipeline: maintain a healthy pipeline in SFDC

Execute with Discipline: set objectives, measure results, and improve continuously

What Makes You a Great Fit
You’re motivated to win every day and drive growth by onboarding new business and developing solutions that drive value for the customer and our organization. You are organized, disciplined and driven to close deals. You blend humility and resolve with curiosity, integrity, and empathy. You ask the right questions, dig deep into problems, and deliver outcomes that make customers say: “Why weren’t we working with Maersk sooner?”

Experience & Capabilities

Minimum 7+ years of business development or sales experience in final mile, heavy bulky, home delivery, or white-glove logistics

Proven track record of closing new logos and complex transportation or logistics deals

Strong understanding of last mile cost drivers, service levels, and operational constraints

Knowledge of dedicated fleet, brokered final mile, and hybrid delivery models

Experience with furniture, appliance, or specialty retail delivery networks

Experience selling to retailers, manufacturers, and e-commerce brands

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Strong analytical and commercial mindset — able to interpret data, spot opportunity, and translate insight into action

Entrepreneurial energy and accountability — you take ownership, act decisively, and deliver results

Expert in applied technology for prospecting and target identification

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or certifications are a plus

Key Behaviors & Competencies

Hunter mentality with relentless drive for new business

Results-oriented and comfortable in a high-accountability sales culture

Strong financial acumen with focus on yield and margin

Ability to navigate complex organizations and multiple stakeholders

High level of autonomy, discipline, and time management

What You’ll Gain

A mission-driven role where your work enables global trade, economic progress, and sustainability

A high-impact sales role in a respected logistics organization

Competitive compensation with performance-driven incentives and uncapped commissions

Growth opportunities, global exposure, and access to tools, training, and development programs

A collaborative culture built on humbleness, courage, and a passion for customers

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Chicago, Atlanta, NY, NJ, Los Angeles, Charlotte, Memphis, Dallas

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive base salary $120,000 - $160,000 + uncapped commissions

New-logo accelerators and performance incentives

Car allowance or mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO)

The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Notice to Applicants
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or apply for a position, please contact accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

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