Freight Account Manager

Posted: 08/12/25
Recruiter:Detail 2 Recruitment Limited
Reference:3043364369
Type:Permanent
Industry: Energy / Utlities, Health / Medical, Insurance, Media, Recruitment
Salary:£30,000 - £35,000 Annual
Location:City, Manchester
Description: Freight Account Manager - EU Road Freight - Manchester- Up to £35,000

About the Company

We are seeking an experienced Freight Account Manager to join a dynamic, industry-leading transport business in a new role, based in Manchester.

As a Freight Account Manager, you'll work on interesting responsibilities like managing and growing existing accounts by bringing forth new services, expanding existing services offered, with a focus on increasing efficiency, adding value, maximizing profitability through the account's supply chain. In this role, you will work on-site with your peers five days a week, fostering creativity and producing impactful results through face-to-face interactions. Experience the full benefits of teamwork and immediate collaboration in a vibrant and engaging workplace.

Freight Account Manager - The Details
  • Salary up to £35,000
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Performance based incentives
  • Private Medical insurance
  • Great training and development opportunities
Freight Account Manager - Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience in an account management or new business role, preferably within European Road Freight
  • Energy and willingness to learn and grow
  • Ability to build strong customer relationships
  • Ability to work in a team environment, while also delivering independent results
  • Strong ability to persuade, motivate, and influence others
  • Must be Fluent in English and preferably any other European Language ie Polish, Lithuanian, Spanish, French, German, Bulgarian etc
Freight Account Manager - Responsibilities
  • Maintaining and growing the existing customer portfolio
  • Consistently executing daily business (receiving orders, data entry, informing customer about shipment status etc.)
  • Establishing relationships with day-to-day contacts
  • Selling and negotiating at a transactional level
  • Identifying new opportunities with current customers outside the existing scope
  • Establishing and proactively maintaining relationships with management level contacts both inside and out of your organisation
  • Gathering, analysing, and preparing relevant information for business reviews and being an active participant
  • Following up on the status of your customers' transport operations
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