Freight Forwarding Manager

Freight Forwarding Manager

International & Same Day services

Venatu Recruitment are working in partnership with our client in Doncaster for Freight Forwarding Manager.

Location: Doncaster

Position: Freight Forwarding Manager

Full-time, Monday to Friday

Circa GBP40,000

Company pension, Employee discount, Life insurance, Work from home

Bonus scheme, Performance bonus paid monthly up to 4k per month

Job Description:

As a Freight Forwarding Manager, you'll be instrumental in driving the expansion of our client's International & Same Day services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating freight movements across land, air, and sea.

• Managing bookings, quotes, and accounts.

• Facilitating import and export operations.

• Cultivating strong client relationships.

• Driving business growth through lead generation and sales efforts - Business Development

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilise haulier knowledge for effective freight coordination.

• Process customer bookings via phone/email.

• Oversee operational aspects of import/export movements.

• Foster positive relationships with clients and suppliers.

• Engage in lead generation and customer appointments.

• Maintain and develop existing accounts.

Candidate:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Freight Forwarding.

• Entrepreneurial mindset and self-motivated.

• Strong understanding of import/export procedures.

• Proven negotiation skills and sales track record.

• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Provided with a laptop and phone.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

• Excellent bonus structure.

• Company pension scheme.

For more information on the role of Freight Forwarding Manager, please submit your interest and I look forward to taking to you in more detail on the role.

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