Strategic Transport Account Lead

Barker Ross

West Midlands

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Barker Ross is seeking a high-energy Transport Account Manager in the West Midlands to own a key strategic client relationship within a fast-paced transport environment.

You will be the trusted link between client expectations and operations, driving service delivery, KPIs, and value across the account. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • Proven transport and logistics experience.
  • Strong customer-facing and relationship-building abilities.
  • Commercially minded with ability to influence and negotiate.

Responsibilities

  • Own a key strategic account and act as the trusted partner between client and operations.
  • Understand client operations, challenges, priorities and future requirements.

Skills

Transport experience
Account management
Customer service
Communication skills
Commercial awareness
Negotiation
Stakeholder management

Job description

Barker Ross is seeking a high-energy Transport Account Manager in the West Midlands to own a key strategic client relationship within a fast-paced transport environment.

You will be the trusted link between client expectations and operations, driving service delivery, KPIs, and value across the account. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.

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