Senior European Freight & Key Account Lead

GBA Logistics; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GBA Logistics in Birmingham is looking for a Senior European Logistics Specialist to oversee UK and European freight operations. This pivotal role involves managing logistics activities, customer account management, and ensuring delivery excellence from day one.

The successful candidate will need extensive experience in freight forwarding, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to develop strategic pricing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing complex transport solutions.
• Proven ability to produce competitive quotations.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end freight forwarding activities for UK and Europe.
• Coordinate dedicated transport solutions and monitor performance.
• Prepare accurate quotations and negotiate rates with carriers.
• Support RFQ and tender submissions.
• Take ownership of a strategic customer account.

Skills

Experience in UK domestic freight operations

Experience in European freight operations

Negotiation skills

Customer account management

Operational performance monitoring

Job description

GBA Logistics in Birmingham is looking for a Senior European Logistics Specialist to oversee UK and European freight operations. This pivotal role involves managing logistics activities, customer account management, and ensuring delivery excellence from day one.

The successful candidate will need extensive experience in freight forwarding, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to develop strategic pricing initiatives.