Sales Branch Manager – Freight

Branch Sales Manager – Ocean & Air Freight | Freight Forwarding

Southampton

Package value : £60,000-£80,000

We are recruiting a high-performing Branch Manager to take full commercial and operational control of our Southampton ocean freight hub
. This is a senior, profit-driven leadership role within a rapidly expanding global freight forwarding business, offering genuine autonomy, strong earning potential, and long-term progression.

This opportunity is tailor-made for a sales-led Ocean & Air freight professional who knows how to win business, grow volumes, and build a dominant sea freight operation in one of the UK’s most strategic port locations.

As Branch Manager, you will own the P&L and be responsible for turning Southampton into a high-growth ocean freight powerhouse
. You will drive FCL and LCL volume
, develop key shipper relationships, and lead a team focused on commercial performance and operational excellence.

• Full ownership of branch performance
  , profitability, and growth
• Driving ocean freight sales
  , increasing FCL/LCL volumes and trade lanes
• Developing and executing a clear commercial growth strategy for sea freight
• Winning new business while growing and retaining key customer accounts
• Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing freight forwarding team
• Overseeing smooth and compliant import/export ocean operations
• Strengthening carrier relationships and maximising buying power
• Raising the branch’s profile and market share within the Southampton port region

• Strong background in freight forwarding with a heavy ocean freight focus
• Proven success in branch management, sales leadership, or senior operational roles
• Demonstrated ability to grow sea freight revenue, volumes, and teams
• Commercially astute, entrepreneurial, and sales-driven
• Confident leader who thrives in a hands-on, growth-focused environment
• Ambition to build something substantial within a global organisation

• Attractive Branch Manager bonus scheme linked to performance encompassed in the above
• Company car or £4,500 car allowance
• Fuel card (petrol/diesel)
• Private health insurance
• Phone & laptop provided
• 22 days holiday
• Death in service policy
• Clear long-term progression within a global, expanding freight forwarding business
• £60,000-£80,000 overall package