Our client, a fast-growing and internationally recognised logistics business, is seeking an accomplished leader in freight forwarding to take full ownership of their UK branch. This is your chance to lead a high-performing team, drive operational excellence, and deliver sustained commercial growth for a forward-thinking company that values expertise, integrity, and results.
We are looking for an experienced Branch Manager who thrives on accountability, can manage P&L with confidence, and has the vision to shape the branch’s success.
What You’ll Do:
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Lead and inspire the branch team, ensuring operational efficiency across all activities.
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Take full ownership of the branch’s P&L, delivering against financial targets and KPIs.
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Provide the right people, tools, and resources to guarantee exceptional service standards.
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Drive business development initiatives to grow the branch’s market presence.
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Maintain strong compliance, quality, and safety standards across all operations.
What You’ll Bring:
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Proven track record in branch or operations management within Air & Ocean freight forwarding — essential.
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Strong commercial acumen with hands-on P&L management experience.
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Excellent leadership and people management skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong written & spoken English.
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Analytical, solution-oriented, and collaborative in your approach.
Why Join Our Client?
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Play a pivotal role in an ambitious, expanding global logistics organisation.
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Autonomy to shape and grow the UK branch.
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Structured career development and professional training.
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A culture built on trust, respect, and performance.
If you think you would be a great fit for the role, please apply here or reach out to tchapman@metaforasearch.com for more details.
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