Job Description
Branch Manager - Freight Forwarding | Southampton
Salary: £60,000-£65,000 (negotiable) + bonus
Location: Southampton
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
We are seeking an experienced and driven Branch Manager to lead and grow our Southampton freight forwarding office. This is a key leadership role within a global, expanding freight forwarding company, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of a branch and drive its commercial and operational growth.
This position is suited to someone who is passionate about freight forwarding and motivated by building, developing, and expanding a successful branch operation.
The Role
As Branch Manager, your responsibilities will include:
* Full responsibility for the performance, growth, and profitability of the Southampton branch
* Leading, managing, and developing a team across freight forwarding operations
* Driving new business development and strengthening existing customer relationships
* Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across import/export, air, sea, and/or road freight
* Maintaining compliance with industry regulations and company standards
* Developing and executing strategies to grow volumes, revenue, and market presence
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience within freight forwarding, ideally at Branch Manager or senior management level
* Strong commercial awareness and a proven ability to grow revenue and teams
* Knowledge of air, ocean, and/or road freight operations
* A hands-on, inspirational leader with a growth-focused mindset
* Someone who wants to build and grow a branch within a global organisation
What's On Offer
* £60,000-£65,000 starting salary (negotiable)
* Branch Manager bonus scheme
* Company car or £4,500 car allowance per annum
* Fuel card (petrol/diesel)
* Private health insurance
* Phone & laptop provided
* 22 days holiday
* Death in service policy
* Long-term career progression within a global freight forwarding business
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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