Branch Manager - Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics; Bickenhill; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Branch Manager for their Birmingham location. The role involves leading a dedicated team, driving profitability, and ensuring operational excellence. Ideal candidates should have experience in logistics leadership, strong financial acumen, and the ability to foster relationships with customers and industry stakeholders. This is a senior opportunity to impact both local and global operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role within logistics or supply chain.
• Strong financial acumen and operational excellence.
• Ability to drive teams towards achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
• Drive branch profitability through P&L management.
• Ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership skills

P&L management

Team development

Customer relationship management

Strategic thinking

Job description

Branch Manager - Birmingham - £75K plus package

Our client is a global logistics powerhouse with over 170 years of heritage in international freight forwarding. Combining the scale and professionalism of a worldwide enterprise with the values and culture of a family-owned business, they have built a reputation for delivering tailor‑made logistics solutions that drive efficiency and growth for their customers. With a presence across key global markets and a team of experts who thrive on collaboration, innovation and service excellence, they continue to shape the future of supply chain management.

They are now seeking a Branch Manager to lead the UK branch in Birmingham. This is a senior leadership opportunity to take ownership of branch performance, inspire and develop a dedicated team, and play a central role in delivering strategic growth both locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities

As Branch Manager, you will :

• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Drive branch profitability through effective P&L management, forecasting, budgeting, and supplier negotiations.
• Ensure operational excellence, compliance, and customer satisfaction at all times.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders, identifying opportunities for growth.
• Support and implement global strategies, including digital transformation initiatives.