Airfreight Account Manager Location: Manchester Salary: Attractive Salary Benefits & Company Car Allowance Contract: Full-time, Permanent About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Airfreight Account Manager to join their growing team. This role is suited to someone with strong commercial acumen, excellent relationship-building skills, and a proven background in international airfreight operations. Youll take ownership of key accounts while driving growth through proactive sales activity and exceptional service delivery. Key Responsibilities Manage and grow a portfolio of airfreight customers Negotiate rates, service agreements, and commercial terms (including SLAs) Develop new business opportunities within the airfreight sector Provide accurate and timely quotations, costings, and service proposals Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, carriers, and internal teams Monitor performance against SLAs and resolve service issues effectively Keep up to date with airfreight market trends, carrier updates, and pricing changes Support operational teams to ensure seamless end-to-end service delivery About You Proven experience in airfreight account management, sales, or operations Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex commercial discussions Confident managing customer expectations and high-value accounts Solid understanding of international freight processes, compliance, and documentation Strong communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills Proactive, target-driven, and able to work independently Whats on Offer Attractive salary and uncapped commission structure Opportunity to grow within an expanding logistics business Supportive environment with ongoing professional development A dynamic role with both customer-facing and strategic elements How to Apply If youre an experienced airfreight professional ready for your next challenge, please forward your CV and a short covering summary. TLP Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this position, your details will be submitted to TLP Recruitment and you accept our Privacy Policy. INDWMID