Freight Account Manager

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 Greater Manchester/North West

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: Manchester – covering regional customers. 

Apply If you’re ready to grow your own freight portfolio with true ownership and earning potential, apply now with your CV.