Assistant Branch Manager | Freight Forwarding Lead

Red Recruits; England; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in freight is seeking a Freight Forwarding Assistant Manager in South-East Suffolk to support daily operations and lead a small team. The ideal candidate will have experience in import/export operations, quoting, and customs declarations. This role is perfect for someone looking to step into a leadership position within a high-performing team. Competitive salary of circa £38,000 dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in import and export operations required.
• Competence in quoting and rate procurement essential.
• Proficient in CDS customs declarations necessary.
• Experience in leading or supervising a small team.
• Exposure to financial reporting (job costing, margin tracking).

Responsibilities

• Support the Branch Manager with daily operations.
• Prepare quotes and nurture client relationships.
• Oversee CDS declarations and ensure compliance.
• Produce KPI reports and ensure branch efficiency.
• Coach a small team and maintain workload standards.

Skills

Import and export operations

Quoting and rate procurement

CDS customs declarations

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Job description

A recruitment agency specializing in freight is seeking a Freight Forwarding Assistant Manager in South-East Suffolk to support daily operations and lead a small team. The ideal candidate will have experience in import/export operations, quoting, and customs declarations. This role is perfect for someone looking to step into a leadership position within a high-performing team. Competitive salary of circa £38,000 dependent on experience.