Important: This is a commercial role. You will be expected to sell while establishing the branch. Candidates should have a track record of achieving at least £500K in annual gross profit. The focus is on ocean imports from Asia.
Job Title: Managing Director (freight forwarding with a focus on ocean freight)
Location: UK – Flexible (London, Felixstowe, Southampton, Manchester, Birmingham, etc.)
Salary: Up to £200K + commission and potential shares in the UK business
About the Role:
A US-based freight forwarding client seeks a commercially driven and strategic Managing Director to establish and lead their first UK office. Bringing a team is preferred. The company has offices in the US, Asia, and Germany, with plans for expansion in Europe. The role focuses on ocean freight and building a team to meet local and global market needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Launch and lead the UK office with full P&L responsibility
* Lead business development and build a high-performing team
* Develop and implement market entry strategies for the UK
* Build relationships with shipping lines, clients, and partners
* Ensure compliance with logistics regulations
* Contribute to European growth as a strategic partner
Requirements:
* Senior leadership experience in freight forwarding, especially ocean freight
* Contacts with SMEs and a plan for profit growth
* Proven success in market development and revenue increase
* Experience in launching or scaling regional offices
* Deep knowledge of UK logistics sector and trade routes
* Entrepreneurial, autonomous, and hands-on mindset
* Willingness to travel and collaborate internationally
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