Are you an experienced freight forwarding professional with a strong customer network or the ambition to build one?
Join a forward-thinking logistics provider where you keep your customers and the commission — for the lifetime of the account.
This is a rare opportunity for a commercially driven Freight Account Manager / Business Development Manager / Freight Sales Executive to grow a profitable portfolio across Air, Sea, and Road freight in the Humber region.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Lifetime commission on your accounts (no internal account grabs)
- One of the strongest commission structures in freight forwarding
- Hybrid working and autonomous territory management
- Clear progression and long-term portfolio growth
- Supportive operations and pricing team
The Role – Freight Account Manager You will develop and manage a portfolio of freight forwarding customers, combining new business development with relationship growth from existing contacts.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively identify and win new freight forwarding clients
- Develop and grow existing customer relationships and spend
- Quote and price shipments using carrier rate cards
- Manage shipments end-to-end across Air, Sea, and Road
- Ensure accurate shipping and customs documentation
- Deliver excellent service to secure repeat business
- Cross-sell additional logistics modes and services
- Collaborate with operations and internal teams
Ideal Candidate Profile We welcome candidates from freight sales OR operations backgrounds with customer relationships.
You may be currently:
- Freight Account Manager
- Freight Business Development Manager
- Internal Sales / Pricing Coordinator
- Freight Forwarding Operator with clients
- Logistics Sales Executive
Requirements
- Freight forwarding experience (Air, Sea, or Road)
- Sales, account management, or customer-facing operations experience
- Existing client relationships or ability to develop them
- Commercially motivated and customer-focused
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Full UK driving licence
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000–£55,000 basic (DOE)
- Uncapped lifetime commission on accounts
- Company car or car allowance
- Up to 29 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Hybrid working
- Training, development & progression
Location The Humber Region– covering regional customers with hybrid flexibility – one day a fortnight in the office
Apply If you’re ready to grow your own freight portfolio with true ownership and earning potential, apply now with your CV….