An international freight forwarding company with a global presence is seeking a Branch Manager to lead its Southampton office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a strategic leadership role, with a strong emphasis on ocean freight operations.
Position Overview:
The Branch Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing and developing the local team, and driving commercial performance. The role requires hands-on leadership and a deep understanding of freight forwarding-particularly in the ocean freight sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Full operational and commercial responsibility for the Southampton branch
* Lead and mentor a team across various functions, with a focus on ocean freight
* Maintain and improve service quality and customer satisfaction
* Drive business development and client retention strategies
* Manage branch-level budgeting, P&L, and reporting
* Liaise with internal departments and global offices to align strategy
Candidate Profile:
* Several years of experience in international freight forwarding, ideally in a leadership role
* Strong operational expertise in ocean freight
* Proven ability to manage and grow a branch or team
* Commercial mindset with solid understanding of financial performance indicators
* Confident communicator with leadership and decision-making skills
* Self-motivated, results-driven, and highly organized
What's Offered:
* Senior role within a well-established international logistics company
* Significant influence over branch operations and strategic development
* Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
* Career advancement potential within a global organization
* Professional, collaborative working environment