COMMERICIAL EXECUTIVE - TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS

Romac Logistics; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Romac Logistics is seeking a Commercial Executive to support day-to-day activities in the Commercial Department. You will identify business opportunities, assist with project coordination, and help develop relationships with prospective customers.

Working closely with the Commercial Director and operational teams, you will learn our transport network and contribute to improving vehicle utilisation. The role involves customer interaction, commercial research, reporting, and administration,

Qualifications

• Experience in transport or logistics industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication at all levels.
• Articulate, professional approach with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Calm, methodical problem-solving under multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel nationally when required.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective customers and new business opportunities that align with target markets and existing network.
• Collaborate with operational teams to identify capacity gaps and opportunities for development.
• Conduct targeted prospect research and initial customer contact to establish opportunities.
• Present findings and recommendations to the Commercial Director.
• Support development of customer relationships and maintain professional communication.
• Coordinate meetings, reviews and follow-ups with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with CRM data maintenance, enquiries, and commercial documentation.
• Prepare reports and assist with project coordination and delivery.

Skills

Logistics experience

Excellent communication

IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Independent working

Travel willingness

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

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Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday

Salary: £35,000 per year

Based: Chesterfield

The Role

As Commercial Executive, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day activities of the Commercial Department, identifying potential business opportunities and assisting with the development and implementation of commercial projects.

Working closely with the Commercial Director and operational teams, you will gain an understanding of our existing transport network, identifying opportunities to improve vehicle utilisation, reduce empty running and develop relationships with prospective customers.

The position offers a varied mix of customer interaction, commercial research, project coordination, reporting and administration, providing valuable exposure to the wider commercial activities of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Development & Research

• Research and identify prospective customers and new business opportunities that align with the company's target markets and existing transport network.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify gaps in network capacity, potential return-load opportunities and areas for commercial development.
• Undertake targeted prospect research and initial customer contact to establish potential business opportunities.
• Present findings, potential leads and recommendations to the Commercial Director.
• Support the development of new and existing customer relationships, maintaining professional and effective communication.

Customer Relationship Management & Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer information databases, including contact details, commercial information, review periods and follow-up activities.
• Assist with customer enquiries, communications and general commercial correspondence.
• Ensure commercial documentation, records and customer information are maintained to a high standard.
• Coordinate meetings, customer reviews and follow-up actions as required.
• Build positive working relationships with internal departments and external stakeholders.

Project Coordination & Implementation

• Support the planning, coordination and implementation of commercial projects and new customer requirements.
• Work alongside operational teams to ensure commercial opportunities and customer implementations are effectively communicated and progressed.
• Monitor project activities, maintain accurate records and provide updates on progress.
• Identify potential challenges and contribute practical solutions to support successful project delivery.

Reporting & Commercial Support

• Prepare accurate reports, presentations and commercial information as requested by the Commercial Director and Senior Management Team.
• Analyse relevant operational and commercial information to help identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Utilise IT systems, spreadsheets and databases to support commercial activities and reporting.
• Provide wider administrative and organisational support to the Commercial Department as required.

About You

We are looking for a professional, organised and ambitious individual who can demonstrate a strong understanding of the logistics industry and a genuine interest in developing a career within commercial management.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working within the transport or logistics industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally at all levels.
• An articulate, personable and professional approach when dealing with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• A calm, methodical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to remain composed when managing competing priorities.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to research, organise and present information clearly and accurately.
• Experience supporting or coordinating projects, processes or operational improvements.
• Confidence working independently, using initiative and managing multiple responsibilities.
• A proactive attitude, with a genuine desire to learn, develop and progress into more senior commercial positions.
• Willingness to undertake national travel when required.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within a temperature-controlled transport or distribution environment.
• Exposure to commercial operations, account management or business development.
• Understanding of transport network utilisation, vehicle capacity and opportunities to reduce empty running.
• Experience using CRM systems or maintaining customer databases.
• Experience supporting new customer onboarding, operational implementations or commercial projects.
• Previous involvement in preparing management reports or presenting information to senior stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work directly with the Commercial Director and gain exposure to the wider commercial management of the business.
• A varied role combining logistics knowledge, customer relationships, commercial research and project coordination.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and development of our national transport network.
• Ongoing professional development, with the opportunity to progress into more senior commercial roles as your experience and capabilities develop.