Freight Forwarding Specialist

2 weeks ago


Northenden, United Kingdom WR Logistics Full time

About Us:

Our client is the world's largest employee-owned logistics organization, and we are currently seeking an experienced freight forwarding specialist to join a growing team in Wythenshawe, Manchester.

Your Role:

As an Ocean Freight Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for providing freight rates, quotes, and pricing solutions for key account customers, focusing on FCL & LCL.

You will play a crucial part in business retention and delivering excellent customer service within the wholesale commercial team.

This position offers a hybrid-working model, with 2 days from home and 3 days office-based.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide exceptional service to all customers
  • Achieve profit growth through effective commercial management of new and existing accounts
  • Maximize revenue opportunities from existing accounts by proactively pursuing underdeveloped areas
  • Follow company account management/sales policies and procedures
  • Provide and record timely, accurate, competitive pricing while maintaining maximum profit margin
  • Assist in the development and implementation of new services
  • Carry out any other duties deemed necessary by the company

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holiday
  • Hybrid working policy
  • Company bonus scheme
  • New starter gift box
  • Long service awards
  • Pension scheme
  • Colleague benefits portal
  • Friends and family referral scheme (£500)
  • Enhanced Mat & Pat leave
  • Contractual sick pay
  • Childcare scheme
  • Long service sabbatical
  • Team social events
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Company loan scheme
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Birthday off
  • Free teas and coffee
  • Flexible lunch breaks

The estimated salary for this role is £33,000 - £38,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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