Business Development Manager – 3PL

FreightTAS

Business Development Manager responsible for generating new business in 3PL warehouse services. Focused on cold calling, prospecting, and closing deals in the Houston area.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prospect and generate new leads through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and referrals
Identify and target companies needing 3PL warehouse space in the Houston market
Conduct facility tours and presentations for prospective clients
Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities
Negotiate rates, contracts, and service agreements
Collaborate with operations teams to ensure smooth client onboarding
Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
Track all activity in CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, or equivalent)
Stay current on Houston industrial real estate market trends and competitor activity

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years selling 3PL warehouse / distribution center space
Proven track record of self-sourced new business
Deep understanding of Houston logistics and industrial real estate
Can manage full cycle – prospecting to close
Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
Proficient in Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar
Local travel within Houston metro area required
Background - Freight forwarding, 3PL, or industrial sales preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Transport FreightTAS is a US-based recruitment agency specializing in placing professionals within freight forwarding, third-party logistics (3PL), and broader supply chain roles. The firm provides end-to-end hiring services for employers — sourcing, screening, and placing pre-vetted candidates across functions from C-level and regional management to operations, customs brokerage, and import/export coordination — while offering personalized career guidance and job matching for candidates. FreightTAS works with logistics companies nationwide and emphasizes industry-specific expertise, ethical standards, and fast, tailored hiring solutions. Business Development Manager – 3PL 🔥 1 hour ago 🏢🏡 Houston – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💰 Business Development (BDR) Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Prospect and generate new leads through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and referrals
Identify and target companies needing 3PL warehouse space in the Houston market
Conduct facility tours and presentations for prospective clients
Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities
Negotiate rates, contracts, and service agreements
Collaborate with operations teams to ensure smooth client onboarding
Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
Track all activity in CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, or equivalent)
Stay current on Houston industrial real estate market trends and competitor activity 🎯 Requirements
3+ years selling 3PL warehouse / distribution center space
Proven track record of self-sourced new business
Deep understanding of Houston logistics and industrial real estate
Can manage full cycle – prospecting to close
Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
Proficient in Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar
Local travel within Houston metro area required
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Hard Skills & Tools

salesnegotiationlead generationpipeline managementcontract managementcold callingemail outreachclient onboardingpresentation skillsclosing skills

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationself-motivationorganizational skillstime management