Groupage Business Development Manager
4 days ago
Pontefract
Groupage Business Development Manager Pontefract Up to 55,000 (DOE) + Commission An established logistics business with a strong freight forwarding platform is relaunching and expanding its road freight groupage offering. Having previously operated a successful groupage service, the company is now investing to rebuild this function and is seeking an experienced Groupage Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in its growth. This position is suited to a commercially driven groupage specialist who understands the market, has existing relationships, and can actively contribute business while helping to shape a growing department from the ground up. The Role * Drive new business development specifically within road freight groupage * Leverage existing industry relationships and customer contacts to generate immediate opportunities * Identify, target, and secure groupage volumes that support sustainable growth * Work closely with operational teams to ensure commercially viable and deliverable solutions * Contribute to the rebuild and long-term structure of the groupage department * Support cross-selling opportunities alongside the company's established freight forwarding services * Maintain accurate pipelines, forecasts, and commercial reporting * Act as a key commercial voice in shaping the future direction of the groupage offering The Ideal Candidate * Proven background in road freight groupage sales or commercial roles * Strong understanding of groupage operations, pricing, and network requirements * Ability to bring transferable business, contacts, or active opportunities * Commercially astute with a consultative, relationship-led sales approach * Comfortable working closely with operations in a hands-on environment * Based locally to Pontefract and able to work from the office regularly What's on Offer * Salary up to £55,000 plus a commission structure * Opportunity to build and influence a relaunching groupage function * High level of autonomy and visibility within the business * Long-term progression aligned to departmental and commercial growth * Support from an established forwarding division and leadership team WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. JBRP1_UKTJ