Freight Operations Manager

3 days ago


Felixstowe, United Kingdom WR Logistics Full time
Job Title:

Freight Operations Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a results-driven Freight Operations Manager to join our team at WR Logistics. The ideal candidate will have experience in sales and operations for ocean and air freight, with a proven track record of success.

About You:
  • You will be responsible for developing and maintaining effective business relationships with new and existing clients, offering excellent freight forwarding services.
  • You will manage new and existing business, handling the operations for consignments, from booking to invoice.
  • You will generate and follow up sales leads, visiting potential and existing customers to obtain new business at reasonable profit.
About Us:

WR Logistics is a leading recruitment partner for the logistics industry, recruiting UK-wide for permanent and contract jobs. We pride ourselves on our ability to match talented individuals with exciting opportunities.

Key Requirements:
  • Experience in a management role in the freight/logistics industry.
  • Freight Forwarding Sales / Business Development Manager Experience.
  • Experience and understanding of Freight Forwarding Operations.
  • A full, clean, UK driving licence.
Package Benefits:
  • Flexible working - managing own diary and week.
  • Fantastic Uncapped Commission scheme (20% for the lifetime of the account).
  • 25 days Holiday + 8 banks.
  • Car Allowance/Company Car.
  • Opportunity for growth and development within the company.


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