Branch Manager

An international freight forwarding company with a global presence is seeking a Branch Manager to lead its Southampton office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a strategic leadership role, with a strong emphasis on ocean freight operations.

Position Overview:
The Branch Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing and developing the local team, and driving commercial performance. The role requires hands-on leadership and a deep understanding of freight forwarding-particularly in the ocean freight sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full operational and commercial responsibility for the Southampton branch

• Lead and mentor a team across various functions, with a focus on ocean freight

• Maintain and improve service quality and customer satisfaction

• Drive business development and client retention strategies

• Manage branch-level budgeting, P&L, and reporting

• Liaise with internal departments and global offices to align strategy

Candidate Profile:

• Several years of experience in international freight forwarding, ideally in a leadership role

• Strong operational expertise in ocean freight

• Proven ability to manage and grow a branch or team

• Commercial mindset with solid understanding of financial performance indicators

• Confident communicator with leadership and decision-making skills

• Self-motivated, results-driven, and highly organized

What\’s Offered:

• Senior role within a well-established international logistics company

• Significant influence over branch operations and strategic development

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

• Career advancement potential within a global organization

• Professional, collaborative working environment