Commercial Manager - Freight Forwarding & Logistics
Join a well-established and growing Freight & Logistics Company, backed by a strong operational team and a full suite of logistics solutions. Opportunity to open your own office leading to a shareholding.
The Role
As a Commercial Manager, your focus will be on driving new business growth, expanding market share, and building long-term client relationships.
You’ll be selling across:
* ✈️ Air Freight
* 🚢 Sea Freight
* 🚛 Road Freight
* 📦 Contract Logistics & Customs Brokerage
* 🏢 Warehousing & Fulfilment
With full support from experienced operations and product teams, you’ll have everything you need to succeed.
Salary & Benefits
* £75,000 – £85,000 basic (DOE)
* Company Car or Car Allowance
* Uncapped Commission – up to 25%
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme (GP access, financial support, loans)
* Personalised training & career progression plan
This is a high reward role where your success directly impacts your earnings.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify, target, and win new business within the freight/logistics sector
* Build and manage a strong, consistent sales pipeline
* Conduct market research to spot trends and opportunities
* Develop and maintain long-term client relationships
* Collaborate with operations and internal teams to ensure seamless delivery
* Negotiate and close profitable deals and contracts
* Attend industry events and networking opportunities
* Provide accurate forecasts, reporting, and sales analysis
What We’re Looking For
* Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (hunter mentality)
* Strong background in new business development
* Commercially driven with excellent negotiation skills
* Ability to build relationships and close deals
* Self-motivated, ambitious, and target-driven
⚠️ Important:
Applicants must currently be working for a Freight or Logistics Company. Applications outside of this will not be considered.
Why join?
* Market-leading commission structure
* Strong operational and product support
* Clear progression into senior sales roles
* Opportunity to build a team after establishing yourself
Interested? Let’s have a confidential chat.
☎️ 0208 004 5535📱 07990 900 959