Freight Personnel

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Freight Personnel Haydock, Merseyside
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Our client provide domestic and International cross border e-commerce and mail solutions to businesses worldwide. As an autonomous broker, they handle domestic and international deliveries and European returns across their postal and commercial networks. By working with local home delivery specialists, they also provide the best last-mile experience available. Due to expansion they are now looking for a new Business Development Manager or Senior Business Development Manager depending on experience, from an International eCommerce cross-border specialist background with a basic salary which can range from 50,000 to 60,000 plus commission, car alllowance and other benefits DOE Idealy they are looking for candidates who are North West based, but as a National role, other areas across the UK will also be considered Goal of the position - Responsible for the generation of new business nationally as designated by Commercial Director & National Sales Manager (New Business). - Working with other members of the Sales team to maximise revenue growth and profit margin. - To introduce the Company's products and services to potential customers through telephone calling, trade shows or personal visits within an agreed call cycle. Sales - To identify, research, investigate and close new accounts throughout UK & Ireland - To build pipeline of potential clients. Details Including expected spend levels and any competitor information to be recorded on relevant system. - Work effectively within the sales team to maximise sales opportunities. - To make qualified visits to prospective and existing customers using effective route planning and time management. - To manage key accounts effectively and record all contact/information on relevant system. - To provide customers with timely and relevant information about the client's services. - Proactively provide customers with accurate information, enabling them to access services at the earliest opportunity, with maximum ease. - Present a professional image of the company to all at all times and develop and maintain relationship with prospective and existing customers. - Develop and maintain effective relationship with other sales team members, other departments and management. - Ensure all sales procedures are followed at all times - Ensure customer agreements/tariffs are signed before trading begins, and that accurate rates have been communicated to the Finance Department. - Ensure all corporate standards are met. Expertise - Minimum GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent - Proven sales experience and performance in International Cross Border / E-Commerce Solutions - Able to find and close business - Excellent knowledge of sales procedures - Experience of CRM systems - Knowledge of health and safety issues relating to job - Excellent Microsoft skills, Word, Excel, PowerPoint - Excellent communicator both in person and by telephone - Holder of clean current driving licence (minimum 1 year) - Good geographical knowledge - Self-starter - Result oriented - Flexible and adaptable - Good team worker and able to work on own initiative - Able to prioritise own work, and work without supervision - Diplomatic and resourceful - Planner and organiser
Freight Personnel Dartford, Kent
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
Our client, a global leader in Freight Forwarding is now recruiting for a Sea Freight Account Manager to join the team in their Dartford office My client is looking for either an Account Manager or Senior Account Manager to join the team. The difference comes down to the level of customers and experience you have of handling customers and you're standing in the office click apply for full job details
Freight Personnel Blackburn, Lancashire
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
We are now recruiting for a data-driven and detail-oriented Digital Marketing Specialist to join the dynamic team in the Accrington location. This role will focus on managing CRM systems, delivering effective email marketing campaigns, and analysing campaign performance to support marketing objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, experience in A/B testing, and the abi click apply for full job details
Freight Personnel Southampton, Hampshire
Jul 31, 2025
Full time
Our client is a family Pallet Distribution business and one of the leading privately owned palletised transport organisations in the UK. Striving to deliver excellence as standard they offer a wide range of delivery solutions to their customers including a hazardous goods service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professional conduct. An exciting opportunity to join their team has arisen for an experienced Pallet or Parcel Distribution Sales Manager to develop new business opportunities across the region of BERKSHIRE and HAMPSHIRE region. With your primary location base in the Southampton area, candidates from Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Salisbury, Basingstoke and Andover area will be considered. The role will cover the whole of the Berkshire and Hampshire region. A self-motivated, customer focused approach is essential for this wide-ranging role which requires drive and determination to seek out and develop self-generated leads against agreed new business targets, together with account management experience to manage an existing portfolio Experience within the UK Palletised Transport, Haulage, UK Groupage. Full Loads and Logistics sector preferred, but also Parcels, eCommerce and Freight experience will be considered. Excellent communication skills across all stakeholder levels, along with a confident pro-active approach to delivering rate reviews to existing customers and supporting operations with service-related queries. If you think you have the drive to succeed and the desire to bring your personal stamp to the palletised haulage sector we want to hear from you. Benefits: 35-45K basic salary Uncapped competitive OTE Company Car / Fuel card Pension Mobile 20 days holiday
Freight Personnel City, Leeds
Jul 31, 2025
Full time
Our client are a global delivery solution provider who offer a seamless cross-border trade to their Multi-National clients . Their e-commerce solutions are backed by their innovative tech, excellent customer service and extensive logistics expertise. Due to expansion they are now looking for a new Business Development Manager who will be responsible for the successful acquisition of high-quality new business accounts using a consultative selling approach. They are required to develop and manage a strong pipeline whilst expected to source their own leads ensuring a high conversion of new business. This individual needs to be highly motivated, a self-starter able to identify and develop new business from multiple sources. Key Responsibilities: - Identify, manage and develop prospects for new business ensuring revenue targets are achieved. - The ability to demonstrate high-level consultative selling techniques to senior-level decision-makers. - Deal directly with customers senior management to identify opportunities to generate professional and comprehensive proposals. - Manage all proposals by defining all stakeholder requirements. Appropriately engage all support departments to ensure the customer's needs can be delivered and exceeded. - Negotiate, manage and implement agreed commercial agreements ensuring additional business is gained to achieve targets. - Become a trusted advisor with excellent knowledge about our customers and their industry. - Work with Head of Sales and other team members to drive the overall sales pipeline. - Prospecting for new customers and lead generation, self- sourcing and utilising insights to create opportunities. - Follow up on all leads identified or provided through our internal data strategy. - Manage data for new and prospective clients in CRM, ensuring all information is logged, accurate and completed daily. To apply for the role ALL APPICANTS MUST HAVE either an International e-commerce or International Courier background, with a successful record and have the drive to bring on good quality accounts
Freight Personnel Eastleigh, Hampshire
Jul 30, 2025
Full time
Our client is a family Pallet Distribution business and one of the leading privately owned palletised transport organisations in the UK. Striving to deliver excellence as standard they offer a wide range of delivery solutions to their customers including a hazardous goods service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professional conduct. An exciting opportunity to join their team has arisen for an experienced Pallet or Parcel Distribution Sales Manager to develop new business opportunities across the region of HAMPSHIRE. With your primary location base in the Southampton area, candidates from Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Salisbury, Basingstoke and Andover area will be considered. The role will cover the whole of the Hampshire region. A self-motivated, customer focused approach is essential for this wide-ranging role which requires drive and determination to seek out and develop self-generated leads against agreed new business targets, together with account management experience to manage an existing portfolio Experience within the UK Palletised Transport, Haulage, UK Groupage. Full Loads and Logistics sector preferred, but also Parcels, eCommerce and Freight experience will be considered. Excellent communication skills across all stakeholder levels, along with a confident pro-active approach to delivering rate reviews to existing customers and supporting operations with service-related queries. If you think you have the drive to succeed and the desire to bring your personal stamp to the palletised haulage sector we want to hear from you. Benefits: 46K basic salary Uncapped competitive OTE Company Car / Fuel card Pension Mobile 20 days holiday
Freight Personnel Accrington, Lancashire
Jul 30, 2025
Full time
Our client works in the ecommerce fulfillment and logistics sector, working with various brands each operating its own distinct technology stack, resulting in a rich and intricate IT landscape. This infrastructure is critical, underpinning mission-critical shipping solutions for thousands of customers and franchise partners across the UK. We are now recruiting for a IT Business Project Partner to join the team in a hybrid business modal with 3 days in the Accrington office and 2 days from home Role Purpose The IT Business Partner & Governance Lead serves as the primary interface between the UK franchise partners, key business stakeholders, and the regional IT organisation. This pivotal role is responsible for translating evolving business requirements into actionable technology initiatives. The core focus will be championing disciplined IT governance across the UK operations and ensuring that every technology investment delivers tangible, measurable benefits that positively impact revenue, margin, and EBITDA. Key Responsibilities Requirements Management: Lead the collection, analysis, and prioritisation of functional and non-functional requirements across the UK business units. Translate approved requirements into clear user stories, detailed acceptance criteria, and well-defined delivery plans within Jira/Confluence. Portfolio & Road-map Planning: Build and maintain a consolidated UK IT demand portfolio, strategically balancing new initiatives, essential technical debt reduction, and business-as-usual (BAU) activities. Facilitate quarterly portfolio prioritisation workshops with UK senior leadership, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives and demonstrating clear ROI. Governance & Quality Assurance: Define, implement, and embed robust standards for change management, release management, testing protocols, documentation, and security practices across the heterogeneous UK platforms. Chair Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings, rigorously tracking compliance metrics and driving necessary remediation actions. Service & Support Excellence: Lead the continuous improvement programme for the Help Desk function in close partnership with the UK IT Manager. Establish and monitor effective Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs), curate a comprehensive knowledge base, measure user satisfaction (CSAT, NPS), and drive thorough incident root-cause analysis. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Act as a trusted advisor and key liaison for UK franchise partners, country management, and functional leads. Produce clear, data-driven status reports and executive dashboards tailored for the UK leadership team. Financial & Outcome Focus: Develop compelling ROI models for proposed technology initiatives; diligently track benefits realisation (e.g., revenue uplift, cost avoidance, contribution to EBITDA). Champion a culture of value delivery and agile experimentation within the UK context. Team Leadership & Collaboration: Mentor Help Desk analysts and junior business analysts within the UK team. Coordinate effectively with third-party developers, architects, and product owners supporting the UK operations. Key Relationships VP of IT - EMEA UK Country Manager UK IT Manager & Help Desk Team Development partners (internal & external) supporting UK systems UK Franchise partners & store owners Skills & Experience Proven track record of 7+ years in IT business analysis, product ownership, or IT governance roles, ideally within multi-site or franchise organisations operating in the UK. Demonstrable success in managing technology initiatives within complex, multi-platform environments (experience in e-commerce, shipping, or logistics is highly advantageous). Strong practical knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies, effective backlog management, proficient use of Jira/Confluence, understanding of API concepts, and awareness of UX/UI best practices. Hands-on experience establishing and embedding IT governance frameworks (including release, testing, and security) within an organisation. Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills, comfortable interacting at all levels within a UK business structure. Highly analytical mindset with a strong ability to clearly link technology initiatives to key commercial KPIs (e.g., sales performance, margin improvement, EBITDA contribution). Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field. Desirable: Relevant certifications such as Agile/Scrum (e.g., PSM, CSM), ITIL, Prince2, security certifications (e.g., CISSP), or ISO 27001 awareness. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Project delivery performance (on-time/on-budget %) CSAT/NPS for franchise technology support services Release defect escape rate Portfolio ROI achievement vs. forecast IT Governance compliance score Work Environment & Travel This is a hybrid role, requiring with 3 days per week in the Accrington office. Regular visits to franchise sites located across the UK will be necessary. Package and Benefits Salary 40,000.00- 50,000.00 per year circa Bonus scheme Company pension On-site parking Hybrid work from home
Freight Personnel Larkfield, Kent
Jul 25, 2025
Full time
We currently have a brilliant opportunity for an experienced, successful, energetic and entrepreneurial Business Development Manager to join our clients fast-growing team in the Kent and SE London area Overview of the role: The client are seeking a dedicated and proactive Business Development Manager to join their successful and fast-growing new business team. This position, reporting to the National Sales Manager, will be instrumental in shaping the company's growth strategies. Your role is to profitably grow our diverse services focusing on Uk and International eCommerce and UK Pallet Distribution, by seeking out and maximizing new opportunities through lead generation and face-to-face prospect meetings. What you'll do: - Source, negotiate and convert new business contracts with SME's requiring domestic and/or international e-commerce delivery solutions. - Identify and convert cross selling opportunities covering the vast array of Group services including domestic and international mail, pallet movements and Medical distribution services. - Working with their telesales team to identify new business opportunities, industry verticals and prospect pipelines. - You will attend a minimum of 9 face to face new business meetings per week to achieve target. - Self-generating sales leads to achieve the weekly call target in addition to being provided appointments generated by the very successful internal telesales team. - Producing regular sales reports and pipeline activity reports via Salesforce. - Strategically identifying new sectors/opportunities to sell into. - Assisting with other sales related tasks and projects within the business as required. - Acquire a thorough understanding of client needs and requirements, creating action plans and achievable timescales to manage expectations and delivery. Who they are looking for: They are looking for a hungry, tenacious, accomplished and entrepreneurial Business Development Manager to join our successful and fast-growing team. The right candidate will be able to demonstrate previous success in hitting their annual targets and delivering distribution solutions for e-commerce clients. You will demonstrate and possess the following: - To be commercially minded with excellent business acumen with the ability to seek solutions. - A confident and enthusiastic personality, with an ambitious and forward-thinking attitude. - An excellent understanding of the English language, both written and verbal. - To be a quick learner, who is inquisitive and willing to proactively get stuck in. - Meticulous, precise attention to detail, with a desire to get things right the first time. - Demonstrate confidence with numbers and excellent pipeline management. - Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office and using mobile technology in the field. - Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and networking skills. - Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks. - To be process driven and able to manage projects as required. - The ability to be a team player and fit in with the company culture. - A clean (maximum of 3 points) full UK driving licence. What we can they offer you: - A successful career in a fast growing, customer centric and entrepreneurial business - A competitive salary and generous uncapped commission scheme delivering a six figure OTE. - Car allowance. - Company contribution pension scheme. - Life Assurance. - Full business-related expenses paid. - Excellent internal training support to meet role requirements.
Freight Personnel Shirley, West Midlands
Jul 24, 2025
Full time
Our client is one of the leading British logistics providers headquartered at a purpose-built facility in Birmingham. Well established offering supply chain management, transformation, and delivery projects - Forwarding, 3PL, 4PL and operational knowledge from a Freight Forwarder, Logistics Service Provider with a balanced portfolio of inbound and outbound blue-chip clients We are now recruiting for a Freight Solutions Development Manager in the Birmingham area This role will involve working with Customer Solutions & Account Management to identify, develop and deliver compelling value propositions with supporting resources for new and existing highly strategic customers. For existing customers, focusing on the development of strategic client partnerships via win-win joint value creation initiatives to support building longer term partnerships. The Customer Solutions function serves as a business consultancy, leveraging an extensive knowledge of supply chain and freight forwarding to develop fantastic solutions for customers. The successful candidate will be able to develop, position, and demonstrate product specific solutions during sales cycles, supporting the Customer Solutions and Account Management teams to deliver compelling value proposition to my clients most strategic existing and prospective customers. Experience Knowledge required Supply Chain Management / Freight Forwarding consultative experience Excellent communications skills, with the ability to engage and influence through different methods (verbal, written, PowerPoint etc.) Project / Change Management experience Good networking skills and team player Process mapping experience Interest in technology and digitisation value and application within supply chain Strategic sales Education Undergraduate Degree in Business Management, Logistics or Supply Chain Management (preferred Package and Benefits: Salary Circa 55,0000 Pension 22 days holiday to start Rewards and Discounts Heath care plan Cycle to work scheme Social events Free Parking Plus more
Freight Personnel Woolston, Warrington
Jul 22, 2025
Full time
Our client is a highly successful Logistics provider who provide Air, Sea & Road Freight Forwarding solutions on a global scale. They have an established international network, which offers customers an exceptional service at competitive prices. We are now recruiting for a Sea Freight Export and Import Operations Clerk to join their team in the Warrington branch You will be responsible for the day-to-day operational tasks and ensuring the successful transport of customer freight consignments to their destination. Your role will encompass the complete process including Sea freight bookings, arranging collections & deliveries, all required export and import Customs entries, and continuous interaction with customers. You will liaise with overseas offices and partner transport providers, negotiate rates with suppliers and complete all required documentation through the supply chain. To be considered for this opportunity you MUST HAVE previous experience within Sea Freight Export and / or Imports from a freight forwarding perspective and be looking to develop your career within a long-established, global brand. Benefits Salary 33,000 - 35,000 dependent upon experience 21 days Holiday to start plus bank holidays Pension Bonus scheme
Freight Personnel Slough, Berkshire
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder, specialising within the Far East, USA as their main areas. Forming partnerships to freight manage their client's global business leaving the client free to concentrate on its own core business. Their management team is totally focused on achieving higher levels of service both internally and externally. Now due to expansion we are recruiting for an Air Import Operator to join the team at their location in Slough in Heathrow Key Responsibilities Manage air moves from start to finish, including inland transportation and haulage Develop and build relationships to ensure a high level of customer service is provided to clients Build strong working relationships with suppliers, airlines & overseas partners/agents Input shipment and cost and sales Communicate effectively with operations colleagues Create and maintain customer standard operating procedures Communication with overseas agents and clients is clear, precise and effective Accurate & timely reporting to department Manager Take ownership and accountability to deliver operational excellence A 'can do' attitude is applied with all communications Creating operational reports and ensuring that anomalies are escalated appropriately In order to apply you will have: Experience of Air Imports freight forwarding Experience with Cargowise is preferable Used to working under pressure to meet fixed deadlines Strong numerical and commercial skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent usage of computer / operating system (Microsoft Windows) along with other office applications (Microsoft Office) (Cargowise - preferable) Proactive, team worker with excellent time management and organisation skills Enthusiastic, flexible, and self-motivated Weekend overtime rota - one in four weekends you will work 4 hours on a Saturday or Sunday. Can be done from home Package and Benefits: Salary 33,000 to 38,000 dependent upon experience, flexible for the right candidate Pension 22 days holiday to start Rewards and Discounts Heath care plan Cycle to work scheme Social events Free Parking Plus more
Freight Personnel Poynton, Cheshire
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Our client offers a complete global shipping service, they are a well-established company specialising in International Air/Sea and Road, Domestic, Express, e Commerce and Freight Forwarding services globally Due to expansion and development, we are now recruiting for a Sales Executive within the Freight and Shipping industry to work from the Poynton, Cheshire office covering. This is an externally based sales position covering the North West You will be joining a well-established company with over 25 years' global experience, operating out of 13 countries. Main Duties - Generating and converting sales leads in the Freight Forwarding, ecommerce and International Express and Domestic Parcels and Pallet industry - With an internal database to work from as well as self-generated leads and prospects using your own market knowledge and experience - Liasing with existing and lapsed customers in order to gain more business - Using a CRM database, so ensuring the database is up to date with all calls/prospects/data logged Person specification - Previous sales experience from within a Freight Forwarding, International or UK parcels, e-commerce, Sameday, transport, pallet and logistics industry is essential - Sales driven, customer focused, hardworking, tenacious, target driven and a team player - Able to source new business and retain - Excellent communication skills - IT Literate Package and Benefits - Salary 30,000 to 40,000 - Car - Commission - Pension
Freight Personnel City, Leeds
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Our client is a major player in the Global Freight Forwarding market they are now looking for an Air Freight Operations Coordinator to be based in their office in Leeds to join the air freight department. This is a very exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join a massive blue-chip organisation with progression. Key activities/duties You will deal with all aspects of Air Freight Export and all air freight export documentation and administration as well as liasing with overseas Airlines and overseas offices. You will input data into IT systems, maintain systems and provide a high level of customer service. Your role will involve liaising with air freight customers, taking bookings, arranging collections, giving quotations, completing all pre-bookings, customs paperwork, dealing with overseas orders and general office administration. In order to apply You will have worked in an air freight role with a freight forwarder in a busy Exports Freight Forwarding department, with the level of experience required to hit the ground running, although ongoing training is provided. You will also have excellent communication and customer skill with the ability to work under pressure and be flexible, Good PC skill and the attention to detail is paramount. Experience in Cargowise a bonus Salary and Benefits Salary up to 26,000 - 30,000 experience dependent 25 days Holiday Pension Plus internal benefits
Freight Personnel Northampton, Northamptonshire
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Our client are a Sameday Courier / Bespoke Transport, dedicated vehicles, Haulage and Warehouse Solutions business based in Northampton who are now looking for a Field Sales Executive to join their expanding business. You can be based in Northampton, Corby, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Kettering, Daventry or Wellingborough. As a Sales Executive you will be pro-actively be prospecting and winning new business opportunities. Selling these renowned Bespoke Transport Solutions, Courier Services/Logistic Services/Delivery Services & warehousing services. - Achieve New Business Revenue of 500,000 depending on experience and salary. - Generate regular NEW LEADS per week - Sign New Accounts regularly that make regular booking. - Track progress of signed customer monitoring spend using daily spread sheets, and actioning if not trading to profile. - Conduct regular service meetings with signed customers to maintain relationship. - Core focus to be placed on NN & MK postcodes - Build a robust pipeline of at least 40 potential Same Day customers, the list is to include at least High Profile clients, the list is to be kept up to date, and relative. The company have 44+ vehicles in the fleet from small vans to artic trucks The Candidate The ideal Sales Executive will have a proven sales track record within the Sameday Courier, emergency transport , dedicated Transport Solutions, Logistics. Alternative backgrounds would be considered as long as applicants have a strong sales background in B2B sales. Telesales backgrounds will be considered and there is a fantastic opportunity to earn good commission and build a career with a team behind you Benefits salary range is 25-35k pa Car or Car allowance available if needed Uncapped commission
Freight Personnel City, Manchester
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
We now have an exciting opportunity for a European Business Development Manager to join a privately owned European Road freight and Irish Distribution company with a solid and flourishing reputation within the sector, providing competitively priced, time sensitive distribution packages and associated services to many blue-Chip companies. The role is to work within an established sales team, with telesales support, selling and promoting mainland European road freight services You will have full access to the very established existing Irish customer base and the company also has an excellent state of the art track and trace system The role will be predominately new business, with an element of Account Management. We are looking for someone to develop a full European freight service, you must have a good knowledge of customs requirements and processes from collection to delivery You will have a proven sales track record with at least 2 years' experience in the European freight forwarding sales field. With the ability to source your own leads, new business orientated with a flair for customer service and account management. Package and Benefits Salary 28,000- 40,000 dependant on individual Full time role - office/hybrid working Commission /Bonus/Scheme / Mobile/Laptop Car allowance or company car Medicash benefits policy for all employees 22 days holidays, increasing after 3 years, plus bank holidays
Freight Personnel Astwood Bank, Worcestershire
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Internal Sales / Operations Administrator role working for an expanding UK, Irish, European and Worldwide Transport company based in Worcestershire. Our client are looking for an Internal Sales Administrator / Operations Administrator to join their expanding Sales Department. This is a dual role with a main purpose to assist with internal quotes and administrative duties for both departments. Reporting to the Sales Manager. Key Tasks - Raising quotations to new and existing customers - Raising quotes for team members of numerous departments - Understanding all customer requirements - Ensure customers and suppliers are communicated with in a timely manner - Booking jobs onto the internal transport management system (TMS) - Assisting both departments with admin on our transport system and excel mainly but not limited to (full training provided on all internal systems) Required Skills - Proactive personality and team player - Strong communication skills - Attention to detail - Good understanding of Inco terms and customs clearance - Minimum of 12 Months experience in a similar role in Logistics/Transport/Freight Forwarding - Experience in a freight forwarding role in ops or sales is essential (the perfect candidate would have both) The ideal candidate would have ambition to grow their skill set into a Sales or Operations Clerk. We are looking for a bright personality and a natural drive to succeed.
Freight Personnel Woolston, Warrington
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Warrington based (Hybrid) Internal Business Development Manager role available. Job Scope: As an Indoor Business Development Manager, you will act as a Brand Ambassador, responsible for generating new B2B sales, driving customer acquisition, and converting leads into new business to enable our client to expand their customer base and achieve their company growth targets. Job Role: - Hybrid role, mixed office in Warrington and from home - You will be the face of the company and will enthusiastically, through your efforts, implement the company sales strategy. Whilst at the same time contributing new ideas that add value. - You will prospect new business by cold calling, and any other methods of producing interest from potential customers. - You will then use your skills to convert potential customers into new business. - You will work with the Customer Account Manager, Customer Service Team, and Senior Management to support all activities designed to develop business for the Company. - Your goal is to drive sustainable financial growth for the Company by encouraging new customers to use our services. - This role reports into the General Manager. - Sourcing leads of potential users of our service. - Conducting research/cold calling to identify new potential customers and customer needs. - Establishing business decision makers to ensuring our efforts are focussed in the correct area. - Building relationships with new customers either on a face-to-face basis or virtually and converting them into new business. - Building future sales by developing and managing a pipeline of prospects, which must be always kept up to date. - Ensuring all new accounts are purchasing at company rates. If there is a credible business case to work outside our normal rates, please discuss this with your Line Manager.
Freight Personnel Shirley, West Midlands
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder, specialising within the Far East, USA markets. Offering import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. Now due to expansion and development we are now looking for an LCL Operations Coordinator based in Solihull. Ideally we are looking for LCL experience although we are also welcoming general sea freight forwarding experienced candidates Key Responsibilities: To co-ordinate all LCL import, export and cross trade bookings. Liaise with head of LCL in order to drive development of LCL product. Collaborate with the import and export operations team in order to book as per the LCL co load policy. Collaborate with overseas partners in order to process bookings, Collaborate and liaise with the transport team in order to book LCL collections and deliveries. Collaborate with UK warehouse operations for consolidations, devanning. Identify opportunities where we have sufficient volume to load own consols. Communicate with chosen NVOCC's and overseas partners. Attend quarterly meetings with Head of LCL where necessary. Control of costs for consols and ensure all accurate input of accruals and revenues into Metro systems. Job & Candidate Requirements: Professional-level proficiency in English, both written and verbal and being IT literate. Knowledge of LCL freight movements Sea freight experience Good operational knowledge preferred. Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management is required. Package and Benefits Salary Circa 30,000 flex dependent upon experience Bonuses twice a year Pension 22 days holiday to start Working Hours are Mon - Fri 8.30am-5pm, office based. Rewards and Discounts Heath care plan Cycle to work scheme Social events Free Parking Plus more
Freight Personnel Bradford, Yorkshire
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
A new Frteight Forwarding Operations / Customer Service opportunity has arisen to work for a growing Freight Forwarder based in an office Bradford, who operate all Freight Forwarding services, but particularly striong on Sea Freight Exports Role Description: This role is the foundation of what our Freight client do: to provide excellent levels of service to clients and external sales people. This will be achieved through the role holders skilled and professional telephone manner, more general communication skills and an in-depth knowledge of the customer service and documentation required for bookings that have differing requirements. Accountabilities: - Maintain consistent levels of accuracy in data records on all systems used in the role - Maintain productivity at or above agreed levels - To work as a team to demonstrate excellence in all aspects of the team's overarching purpose: to provide excellent levels of service to around 50% of our client base. - To demonstrate our Freight clients core values at all times Key Responsibilities: - Deal with customer queries via telephone/email - Monitor and maintain shared inbox - Undertake customer bookings and input data into MultiFreight/CargoWise - Liaise with Customers, sub-contractors, suppliers and agents - Check and send customer documentation - Produce bills of lading - Provide bill of lading instructions - Carry out any other reasonable duties required by the business Essential Attributes: - Ability to work independently - Ability to work as part of a team - Willingness and ability to be flexible - Ability to work under pressure - Ability to multi-task Competencies: - Attention to detail - Decision-making ability - Good organisational skills - Good communication skills (verbal and written) - Ability to use Excel, Word and Outlook - Professional telephone manner (particularly with challenging clients Qualifications: - Educated to a good standard in Maths and English - Industry-related qualifications as agreed with line manager PLEASE ONLY CANDIDATES WITH EXPERIENCE IN ROAD FRERIGHT, SEA FREIGHT, AIR FREIGHT OR SHIPPING APPLY
Freight Personnel Woolston, Warrington
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
We're Hiring for New Sales people in the Warrington and surrounding Cheshire and North West area : Are you a Business Development Manager looking for a new challenge ? Are you a driven, ambitious, and results-oriented sales professional? Do you thrive on winning new business, building relationships, and making a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you! Are you proud of the company you represent? Do they consistently deliver your promises? Our client don't just deliver their customers loads - they deliver legendary service. Their award-winning service culture is built on reliability, trust, responsiveness, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations. They take pride in providing an outstanding experience to every customer, ensuring they receive the highest level of service every single time. As a Business Development Manager, you'll play a key role in bringing new customers on board and turning them into raving fans of their business. What You'll Be Doing: - Identifying new B2B customers who can benefit from our services. - Proactively reaching out through cold calling, networking, and if field based face-to-face meetings. - Understanding customer needs and solving their challenges. - Giving customers a level of trust. What they are Looking For: - A true self-starter-you don't wait for opportunities, you Proactively create them! - An individual with a proven track record in new business sales and B2B lead generation from the logistics industry ideally Sameday Courier, Express Parcels or Pallet Distribution - A person with excellent communication skills - An individual with the ability to win customers from competitors by demonstrating real value and earning their trust. - Someone with a hunger to exceed targets - Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment. - Live near to the Warrington area