Account Manager (Freight Forwarding)

ALS Recruiting Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking an Account Manager to enhance client relationships and drive business growth. This role offers flexibility, autonomy, and a chance to work in a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics and a passion for client success.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Commission scheme of up to 20% - Uncapped

Contributory pension scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management within the freight forwarding industry.
• Strong understanding of international logistics and supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Manage a portfolio of accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell logistics solutions.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Client-Focused

Job description

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Account Manager – Freight Forwarding - 20% Commissions of GP

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Account Manager – Freight Forwarding (AM) to join our expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with a strong background in logistics and international trade to play a key role in managing and nurturing client relationships while supporting business growth.

About the Role:

As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing clients, ensuring their needs are met, and identifying opportunities for further business development. This position offers flexibility and autonomy, allowing you to manage your own schedule and travel as necessary to meet client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Manage a portfolio of accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and retention
• Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell logistics solutions to existing clients
• Provide expert advice on logistics solutions tailored to client needs
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery
• Proactively address any issues or concerns raised by clients, ensuring timely resolution

Requirements:

• Proven experience in account management within the freight forwarding industry
• Strong understanding of international logistics and supply chain operations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, client-focused, and results-oriented
• Comfortable working independently and managing a varied workload

What We Offer:

• Flexible working arrangements – manage your own diary and workload
• Commission scheme of up to 20% - Uncapped
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

How to Apply:

If you are a highly motivated professional with a proven track record in account management and a passion for client success in freight forwarding, we’d love to hear from you.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Business Development, and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Freight and Package Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Warehousing and Storage

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