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Commercial Director
£70k - £90k DOE
Hybrid working available
England
Our well-established client working within the logistics industry are looking to onboard a reliable and experienced Commercial Director to join their already flourishing team!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation and be part of a rapidly growing business where hard work and dedication is rewarded. Previous experience within a similar role is a necessity. If you are looking to further your career in the Freight industry then look no further!
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement commercial strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives to drive growth and profitability.
- Contribute to the business's medium and long-term strategy to ensure organizational goals are achieved.
- Collaborate with the Operations Director to address margin erosion and create actionable steps to improve and mitigate future risks.
- Monitor the performance of commercial activities and report key sales metrics to the Branch Directors.
- Foster a healthy commercial environment within the branch and work with various teams (marketing, operations, sales support, finance, HR, etc.) as needed.
- Oversee team performance to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, service standards, and to drive business growth.
- Identify training and development needs for the team and ensure necessary training is provided.
- Conduct one-on-one reviews with employees at least quarterly.
Requirements:
- Senior commercial experience, capable of establishing credibility and supporting the company's growth and accountability.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the freight forwarding industry.
- Strong commercial insight, collaborating with the business to implement commercially focused strategies.
- Project management abilities, ensuring company targets and deadlines are met.
- Resilience and a positive attitude, especially in difficult situations.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Proficient negotiation skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships both over the phone and in person with a wide range of individuals.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and is a strong team player.
- Self-motivated.
- High attention to detail.
- Accountability to oneself and others.
- Analytical and ambitious mindset.
- Proficient in IT skills.
Benefits:
- Negotiable salary depending on experience.
- Bonus scheme (after base target met
- Car allowance or Company Car
- 30 days holiday, plus Bank and Public Holidays
- Private healthcare
- Contributory pension scheme
- Long service reward scheme
- Referral bonus scheme
- Members Assistant Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
This is a great opportunity to join an International organisation within the Logistics industry. Joining a team and growing with an already well established operation.
If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration!
This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment
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