Container Transport Commercial Lead

Peopleforge Ltd

Felixstowe

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus (£10,000)

5% Bonus on New Business Won

Company Vehicle / Car Allowance

25 Days Holiday Rising to 30

Job summary

Peopleforge Ltd in Felixstowe is seeking a Commercial Manager (Container Transport) to drive growth by winning new business, expanding existing accounts and optimising pricing and tenders. You will collaborate with Operations to ensure profitable, deliverable contracts and build strong customer relationships in the container transport sector.

The role demands deep knowledge of container transport/road haulage, proven sales leadership, and a track record in achieving margin targets across the

Qualifications

Commercial experience within container transport / road haulage.
Strong business development and account management background.
Good understanding of pricing, margins and transport profitability.
Established industry relationships advantageous.

Responsibilities

Win new business across the container transport market.
Develop and grow existing customer accounts.
Manage pricing, quotations and tender opportunities.
Monitor customer profitability and commercial margins.
Identify new markets and revenue opportunities.
Coordinate with Operations to ensure profitability and deliverability.

Skills

Container transport knowledge

Pricing & tendering

Account management

Business development

Client relationship skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

The role demands deep knowledge of container transport/road haulage, proven sales leadership, and a track record in achieving margin targets across the

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