
- 22 April 2022
Business Development Executive Lille
Air & Ocean | Lille, France
Mainfreight Lille, based near the vibrant Lille-Roubaix-Tourcoing triangle, is looking for a Business Development Executive to join our ranks.
Mainfreight Lille is a relatively new member of our growing European Mainfreight family, but sits next to a key hub for the French market – with a growing presence, we are looking for someone who wants to take on the challenge of developing our customer base in the North of France.
The Role
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You will be a pivotal member of the Branch;
o Focused on acquiring new business and partners who have the need for Air & Ocean Freight in their Supply Chain
o A high degree of responsibility: decisions are yours to make -
You will be a leader in our business, setting a high standard and driving a strong sales culture;
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You will build relationships with our customers, understanding their supply chain and using our global network, technology and resources to propose solutions that fit their needs;
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You will help design and drive sales initiatives in the branch in order to grow our market share and name in the French market;
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You will not just be working behind a computer, but instead have the freedom to utilize all our resources and be out in front of customers, building relationships with key stakeholders in their business.
Who are we looking for?
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A passionate and energetic team member, with:
o Ambition and eagerness to grow within our organization;
o Previous sales experience is a prerequisite;
o Previous operational experience is not necessary, but a plus; -
A person who does not accept the status quo – someone who seeks not just to maintain standards, but beat them and constantly redefine our performance level;
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An excellent communicator: with your team, our customers and the wider Mainfreight group – this is paramount across cultures;
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The want to build a career in a global environment and an open mind to learn about Mainfreight, our culture and how we do business;
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Fluency in both English and French.
We offer you:
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Access to a global business that wants you to have a fun and exciting career;
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Access to key management for mentoring and advice when needed;
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A chance to grow your career in a global business, following the path that fits with your interests and value;
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Training and support to give you the best opportunity to be successful in your role.
If you want to be part of a great, energetic and dynamic team, then please contact Tom Slabbers tom.slabbers@mainfreight.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our business can be broken down into three core areas:
We have a 100-year vision, that means every person and every decision we make today will leave an imprint on this company now and for 100 years to come. This long-term vision guides us as a business and determines both our decisions and actions every day.
As we extend our operations across the major trading nations of the world, we continue to stand out for the right reasons. It is our uncompromising quality, agility and unique culture which sets us apart.
We believe in working hard but we also have fun and a laugh while we do it. Our team is empowered to make decisions and have a say in how we do things.
Once you have learnt the fundamentals of Mainfreight on the operations floor, you will move into other areas of the business where you will get the right mix of autonomy and support. We believe that smart people can learn the specifics of any role so our focus is on helping you develop personal and professional skills that will allow you take on any role in the business.
We are an ever-changing business and we are constantly reviewing new ways to help our team develop the world-class skills that will lead our business into the future.
Our ongoing team development programs around the world currently includes:
- A full induction program
- Learning the business from the operations floor-up
- Structured leadership programmes
- Personal development courses

Marine Deniau | HR Manager
T: +33 160 217 409
E: careers@fr.mainfreight.com