Job Description
Groupage Business Development Manager
Pontefract
Circa £45,000 + Commission
An established logistics business with a strong freight forwarding platform is relaunching and expanding its road freight groupage offering. Having previously operated a successful groupage service, the company is now investing to rebuild this function and is seeking an experienced Groupage Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in its growth.
This position is suited to a commercially driven groupage specialist who understands the market, has existing relationships, and can actively contribute business while helping to shape a growing department from the ground up.
The Role
* Drive new business development specifically within road freight groupage
* Leverage existing industry relationships and customer contacts to generate immediate opportunities
* Identify, target, and secure groupage volumes that support sustainable growth
* Work closely with operational teams to ensure commercially viable and deliverable solutions
* Contribute to the rebuild and long-term structure of the groupage department
* Support cross-selling opportunities alongside the company's established freight forwarding services
* Maintain accurate pipelines, forecasts, and commercial reporting
* Act as a key commercial voice in shaping the future direction of the groupage offering
The Ideal Candidate
* Proven background in road freight groupage sales or commercial roles
* Strong understanding of groupage operations, pricing, and network requirements
* Ability to bring transferable business, contacts, or active opportunities
* Commercially astute with a consultative, relationship-led sales approach
* Comfortable working closely with operations in a hands-on environment
* Based locally to Pontefract and able to work from the office regularly
What's on Offer
* Salary circa £45,000 plus a commission structure
* Opportunity to build and influence a relaunching groupage function
* High level of autonomy and visibility within the business
* Long-term progression aligned to departmental and commercial growth
* Support from an established forwarding division and leadership team
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