About Toll Group
At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com
Play a vital role in enabling sustainable, global supply chains with Global Forwarding, Australia and New Zealand. With ongoing job security, enjoy working in a stable and safe environment, where we can be curious and inspired to try new things as we put customers at the centre of everything we do. As a recognised global brand with long-term success, we’re passionate about progress. That means adapting to change and transforming how our customers experience world-class freight forwarding solutions. In an open and inclusive culture, we share our ideas with approachable leaders who clearly communicate our ambitions. Our contribution is recognised with flexibility for balance and opportunities to learn, grow and progress. And we’re always looking out for each other’s wellbeing. We take pride in rising to any challenge to deliver what matters. Like thriving on diverse, challenging, even unordinary projects, while being supported by friendly and positive teamwork.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our team in Melbourne, Australia.
Apply your strategic thinking. Share your passion for our reputation, values, and positive team culture. Fill our pipeline by building positive long-term relationships.
As the Business Development Manager, you will:
Client Insights: Identify target clients using key demographics and market insights.
Market Feedback: Provide valuable market feedback to ensure fair pricing and service offerings.
Regular Meetings: Collaborate with the State Business Development Manager to stay ahead of market trends.
Market Understanding: Understand other companies' strengths, weaknesses, and market positioning.
Client Engagement: Ensure regular client visits and convert opportunities into profitable business.
Product Development: Develop a balanced product mix across Ocean, Air, and other services.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Proven success in global forwarding sales with a strong understanding of the sales process.
In-depth knowledge of global forwarding operations, other companies, and market trends.
Ability to identify client needs and provide effective solutions.
Strong commercial awareness and ability to differentiate our offerings in the marketplace.
Extensive network of industry contacts and excellent knowledge of trade lanes and customs procedures.
Strong numerical and problem-solving abilities to support decision-making.
What moves you?
At Toll, you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food, fuel, medicine and rescue services, we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.
Are you excited about this role but are concerned you don’t meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll, we value a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re interested in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly then please talk to us – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.
At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities.
To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com
You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.Skills Required
- Proven success in global forwarding sales
- Strong understanding of the sales process
- In-depth knowledge of global forwarding operations
- Knowledge of competitors and market trends
- Ability to identify client needs and provide effective solutions
- Strong commercial awareness
- Extensive network of industry contacts
- Excellent knowledge of trade lanes and customs procedures
- Strong numerical and problem-solving abilities
- Entitlement to work in Australia
- Willingness to undertake pre-employment criminal history and medical checks
What We Do
At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 25 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com Every minute, every day, in countless decisions, transactions, interactions and innovations, people and businesses move the world forward. Making moves that define markets and power industries. Moves that impact economies and empower communities. And it’s here that we are at our best because the only way that our customers can keep moving is if we do, harnessing deep passion and experience from across our organisation to help these moves happen. So, at the very moment when our customers need us, we bring together the best of who we are, so they can be at their best. That’s why we never settle. Why we strive for excellence in everything we do. Why we put passion behind every ounce of progress. Why we pull together to deliver success. And then reach further still, to anticipate what’s next. At Toll, we do more than just logistics. We move the businesses that move the world.
