General Manager - International Freight Forwarding
West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment Posted today General Manager – International Freight Forwarding Location:
Leeds/Bradford Area - West Yorkshire area Salary:
Competitive + Benefits About the Role Altius Talent is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager to lead and develop our client’s freight forwarding operations in the Leeds/Bradford area. This role is an exciting opportunity to oversee and drive the success of a thriving freight forwarding division, specializing in both ocean and air import freight services. You will manage a team of over 25 full-time employees (FTE), ensuring operational excellence while maintaining full P&L responsibility. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the commercial strategy to drive growth and development for the business. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership:
Oversee day-to-day operations for ocean and air import freight services, ensuring efficiency and excellence. Team Management:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 25+ FTE, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture. P&L Responsibility:
Manage the business unit’s profit and loss, ensuring financial targets and budgets are met or exceeded. Commercial Growth:
Develop and execute strategies to expand the client base and revenue streams. Customer Relationships:
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders. Compliance and Quality Assurance:
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and customer requirements. Reporting:
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on operational performance, financial outcomes, and growth initiatives. Requirements Experience:
Proven track record in freight forwarding, with significant experience in managing both air and ocean import services. Leadership:
Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing large teams. Commercial Acumen:
Demonstrated ability to drive business growth, manage P&L, and achieve financial targets. Strategic Vision:
Ability to develop and execute strategies for operational excellence and business development. Industry Knowledge:
Deep understanding of the freight forwarding industry, including current trends and challenges. Communication:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for internal and external stakeholder engagement. Location:
Based within or willing to relocate to the Leeds/Bradford area. What’s on Offer Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Opportunity to lead and grow a key division in a thriving organization. A collaborative and supportive work environment. If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for freight forwarding and a proven track record of operational and commercial success, we want to hear from you.
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West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment Posted today General Manager – International Freight Forwarding Location:
Leeds/Bradford Area - West Yorkshire area Salary:
Competitive + Benefits About the Role Altius Talent is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager to lead and develop our client’s freight forwarding operations in the Leeds/Bradford area. This role is an exciting opportunity to oversee and drive the success of a thriving freight forwarding division, specializing in both ocean and air import freight services. You will manage a team of over 25 full-time employees (FTE), ensuring operational excellence while maintaining full P&L responsibility. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the commercial strategy to drive growth and development for the business. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership:
Oversee day-to-day operations for ocean and air import freight services, ensuring efficiency and excellence. Team Management:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 25+ FTE, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture. P&L Responsibility:
Manage the business unit’s profit and loss, ensuring financial targets and budgets are met or exceeded. Commercial Growth:
Develop and execute strategies to expand the client base and revenue streams. Customer Relationships:
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders. Compliance and Quality Assurance:
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and customer requirements. Reporting:
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on operational performance, financial outcomes, and growth initiatives. Requirements Experience:
Proven track record in freight forwarding, with significant experience in managing both air and ocean import services. Leadership:
Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing large teams. Commercial Acumen:
Demonstrated ability to drive business growth, manage P&L, and achieve financial targets. Strategic Vision:
Ability to develop and execute strategies for operational excellence and business development. Industry Knowledge:
Deep understanding of the freight forwarding industry, including current trends and challenges. Communication:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for internal and external stakeholder engagement. Location:
Based within or willing to relocate to the Leeds/Bradford area. What’s on Offer Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Opportunity to lead and grow a key division in a thriving organization. A collaborative and supportive work environment. If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for freight forwarding and a proven track record of operational and commercial success, we want to hear from you.
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