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Our client, a well-known freight forwarder, is looking for an Account Manager to join their freight team in Bristol.
Job type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Salary: £32,000 - £39,000 depending on experience
* Company mobile phone
* Contributory pension scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank and public holidays
* Contributory health cash plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Access to free and discounted financial advice
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a personal portfolio of customer accounts, providing tailored and personable service to build loyalty.
* Ensure efficient and correct execution of all jobs to promote repeat business.
* Identify new customer opportunities across multiple product lanes and secure ongoing shipments to drive growth.
* Provide and follow up on quotes directly with customers.
* Build close relationships with new and existing suppliers.
* Maintain clear profit margins on all accounts and jobs, maximizing profitability where possible.
Requirements:
* Previous experience in road, air, or sea freight is essential.
* Experience in account management, building your own client portfolio.
* Good understanding of UK transport and freight forwarding.
* Strong communication skills to develop relationships over the phone and in person.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team.
* Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and high IT literacy.
WR Logistics is the #1 recruitment partner for vacancies in the logistics industry, recruiting UK-wide for permanent and contract roles. We act as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
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