Sales Account Manager - Freight Forwarding

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global freight and logistics company is looking for a Sales Account Manager in Bolton. This role provides significant progression opportunities within a supportive environment focused on staff retention and development. Responsibilities include generating new business, managing customer inquiries, and conducting market research to drive growth. Join a team that values initiative and excellent customer service.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Strong drive to deliver excellent customer service.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Experience monitoring shipments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business aligned with financial targets.
• Collaborate with customers to develop forwarding solutions.
• Manage customer inquiries throughout the process.
• Conduct market research for business opportunities.

Skills

Self-starter

Customer service

Organizational skills

Team player

Telephone manner

Adaptability

Job description

Job Title: Sales Account Manager - Freight Forwarding, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Leading global freight and logistics company seeking a Sales Account Manager. The role offers significant progression opportunities and is known for staff retention and development.

Offer:

• Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 15:30
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Responsibilities:

• Generate new business aligned with financial targets.
• Collaborate with prospective and existing customers to develop and sell forwarding solutions.
• Manage customer inquiries throughout the process.
• Report weekly business development progress to the COO.
• Conduct market research to gather intelligence for developing business opportunities.
• Identify and report opportunities for growth through new customers, routes, and services.

Skills:

• Self-starter with initiative and adaptability.
• Strong drive to deliver excellent customer service.
• Highly organized with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Team player.
• Good telephone manner.
• Experience monitoring shipments.

Interested candidates should contact us at 0117 422 4910 for more information.