Senior Freight Forwarding Manager
- Belfast
- Permanent
- Full-time
Industry: International Ocean Freight & Logistics
Salary: Highly Competitive | Private Medical | Pension | Career ProgressionAre you an experienced freight forwarding professional with a passion for leadership and growth? Ready to take the next step toward directorship? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding logistics company based in Belfast - a business recognised as one of Northern Ireland's leading providers of international ocean freight services.Our client is now seeking a Senior Freight Forwarding Manager / General Manager to take the lead in managing daily operations, driving performance, and playing a central role in shaping the company's future. This is a key leadership position with a clear path to directorship for the right candidate.The OpportunityAs Senior Freight Forwarding Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring operational excellence across import/export functions while maintaining outstanding customer service delivery. You'll oversee team performance, enforce compliance standards, and contribute directly to strategic business growth.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your expertise will be valued, your leadership trusted, and your ambition rewarded.What You'll Do
- Lead, manage and support the Import/Export team to ensure smooth operations
- Maintain and implement company policies and compliance standards
- Monitor KPIs and generate regular management reports
- Deliver a consistently excellent customer experience
- Provide guidance to team members, encouraging development and collaboration
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and business expansio
Strong knowledge of the NI / UK freight forwarding and logistics market
Proven leadership and team management skills
Excellent decision-making, planning, and negotiation abilities
Confident communicator with a positive, hands-on approach
Customs knowledge is desirable but not essentiaWhy Join
- Opportunity to progress to directorship
- Join a growing, reputable freight company with a strong international presence
- Work in a collaborative environment where your contribution directly shapes the business
- Enjoy private healthcare, pension scheme, and a competitive salary based on experience