Commercial Manager - Freight Forwarding & Logistics
Join a well-established and growing Freight & Logistics Company, backed by a strong operational team and a full suite of logistics solutions.
The Role
As a Commercial Manager, your focus will be on driving new business growth, expanding market share, and building long-term client relationships.
You’ll be selling across:
- ✈️ Air Freight
- Sea Freight
- Road Freight
- Contract Logistics & Customs Brokerage
- Warehousing & Fulfilment
With full support from experienced operations and product teams, you’ll have everything you need to succeed.
Salary & Benefits
- £85,000 – £100,000 basic (DOE)
- Company Car or Car Allowance
- Uncapped Commission – up to 25%
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (GP access, financial support, loans)
- Personalised training & career progression plan
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, target, and win new business within the freight/logistics sector
- Build and manage a strong, consistent sales pipeline
- Conduct market research to spot trends and opportunities
- Develop and maintain long-term client relationships
- Collaborate with operations and internal teams to ensure seamless delivery
- Negotiate and close profitable deals and contracts
- Attend industry events and networking opportunities
- Provide accurate forecasts, reporting, and sales analysis
What We’re Looking For
- Proven track record in freight forwarding sales (hunter mentality)
- Strong background in new business development
- Commercially driven with excellent negotiation skills
- Ability to build relationships and close deals
- Self-motivated, ambitious, and target-driven
⚠️ Important:
Applicants must currently be working for a Freight or Logistics Company. Applications outside of this will not be considered.
Why join?
- Market-leading commission structure
- Strong operational and product support
- Clear progression into senior sales roles
- Opportunity to build a team after establishing yourself
Interested? Let’s have a confidential chat.
☎️ 0208 004 5535 07990 900 959
