Commercial Manager in Kingston upon Hull

Our client is a well-established logistics company providing a diverse range of international shipping services to customers across the globe. Offering cross-trade solutions, they support a UK-based client portfolio that includes both long-standing accounts and new business. As part of the launch of a new division within the Group, they are now looking to appoint a Commercial Manager into a newly created and pivotal role. Working closely with senior management, this position offers the opportunity to shape the commercial direction of the business and develop into a highly influential role within the organisation. The Role You will take ownership of all commercial activity, with a focus on driving sales performance, enhancing customer service levels and supporting the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement the company’s sales and marketing strategy * Manage and grow the existing customer base, including key accounts * Proactively identify, prospect and onboard new customers * Handle new sales leads and freight enquiries * Maintain and update the CRM system * Plan, manage and monitor sales and marketing campaigns, reporting on performance and results The Candidate * Proven commercial and sales background with the ability to work autonomously and deliver against targets * Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, with experience managing customer accounts * Knowledge of shipping or logistics would be advantageous, though not essential What’s on Offer * Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm with one hour for lunch * Office-based position in West Hull * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Generous company bonus scheme Please follow us on X to get our latest job alerts! @KingstonRecLtd and our company page on LinkedIn. ✔ REC-qualified team with 120+ years of combined experience ✔ Trusted by top local employers – from global brands to SMEs and the public sector ✔ Specialists in Commercial, Manufacturing & Technical recruitment, with the flexibility to cover all sectors ✔ Permanent, temporary, and fixed-term opportunities ✔ Known for our honest, transparent service across the Humber region ✔ A local agency where people truly matter This vacancy is being advertised by Kingston Recruitment on behalf of our client. The services advertised by Kingston Recruitment are those of an Employment Business or Employment Agency. If you have not heard back from us within 14 days of submitting your CV then unfortunately your application has not been successful