Branch Manager Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global freight forwarding company is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead the Southampton office. This role involves taking ownership of the branch's performance and driving both commercial and operational growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in freight forwarding at a senior level, with a focus on team development and revenue growth. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus scheme and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Branch Manager bonus scheme

Company car or £4,500 car allowance

Private health insurance

22 days holiday

Death in service policy

Qualifications

• Proven experience within freight forwarding, ideally at Branch Manager or senior management level.
• Proven ability to grow revenue and teams.
• Strong knowledge of air, ocean, and/or road freight operations.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the performance, growth, and profitability of the Southampton branch.
• Leading, managing, and developing a team across freight forwarding operations.
• Driving new business development and strengthening existing customer relationships.
• Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across import/export, air, sea, and/or road freight.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Commercial awareness

Leadership skills

Growth-focused mindset

Job description

Branch Manager - Freight Forwarding | Southampton

Salary: £60,000-£65,000 (negotiable) + bonus

Location: Southampton

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

We are seeking an experienced and driven Branch Manager to lead and grow our Southampton freight forwarding office. This is a key leadership role within a global, expanding freight forwarding company, offering the opportunity to take full ownership of a branch and drive its commercial and operational growth.

This position is suited to someone who is passionate about freight forwarding and motivated by building, developing, and expanding a successful branch operation.

The Role

As Branch Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Full responsibility for the performance, growth, and profitability of the Southampton branch
• Leading, managing, and developing a team across freight forwarding operations
• Driving new business development and strengthening existing customer relationships
• Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across import/export, air, sea, and/or road freight
• Maintaining compliance with industry regulations and company standards
• Developing and executing strategies to grow volumes, revenue, and market presence

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience within freight forwarding, ideally at Branch Manager or senior management level
• Strong commercial awareness and a proven ability to grow revenue and teams
• Knowledge of air, ocean, and/or road freight operations
• A hands‑on, inspirational leader with a growth-focused mindset
• Someone who wants to build and grow a branch within a global organisation

What's On Offer

• £60,000-£65,000 starting salary (negotiable)
• Branch Manager bonus scheme
• Company car or £4,500 car allowance per annum
• Fuel card (petrol/diesel)
• Private health insurance
• Phone & laptop provided
• 22 days holiday
• Death in service policy
• Long‑term career progression within a global freight forwarding business

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