Director of Business Development - Military & Defense Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Your role on the team: • Creates the global strategy for the development of Military and Defense business in conjunction with the Region and Head Office • Develops and owns the relationships with all North American Customer(s) and works with the other regional directors in this segment, as well as the global strategy partner • Drives the value propositions and personally leads the proposals for the identified must wins • Works with the Regions on budgets, prospect opportunities and strategic requirements • Owns/supports RFI’s and RFQ’s and ensures the bids are completed • Develops growth for the Military & Defense portfolio – both own accounts as well as any existing accounts • Keeps updated on all world events that are connected to the need for the defense sector • Leads a team that is created to build this business What you need: • Regional Travel due to the global aspect of the role • Proven record of business development success, validated by experience listing • Deep knowledge of industry and markets / sectors, validated by proven contacts • Must have 10 years freight forwarding experience • Must have solid operational knowledge, and be able to speak to the operations of the customer What you gain from joining our team: • Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health is available on the first day of employment! • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment • 401k match • Paid maternity and parental leave • Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs • Employee discounts • Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app • Free financial wellness programs • Daycare discount program • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community • + more!  Join our Team! • Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview. OR • Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply!