Air Freight Manager

  • DK Recruitment
  • City, Liverpool
  • Apr 30, 2026
Full time Logistics

Job Description

Working with a fantastic business in Liverpool, we are recruiting for a Freight Manager.

The primary focus will be Air Freight, But knowledge of Ocean and Road is needed, along with Customs and Sales expereince. So an "all-rounder" would be perfect.

This position would suit either an established manager or a Junior Manager looking to take a step up.

Managing a small team, you will have:

  • Demonstrable exposure to Air and Sea freight within a freight forwarding environment.

  • Strong operational knowledge of freight suppliers, hauliers, and forwarding networks, with a sales background.

  • Sound Customs knowledge.

  • Commercial awareness with the ability to balance Customer Service and profitability.

  • Excellent negotiation skills along with industry contacts.

  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to step into operational detail when required.

  • Highly organised, calm under pressure, and solutions-focused.

  • Clear communicator, able to explain operational and commercial decisions effectively.

  • Ambitious, accountable and motivated to grow with the business.