Freight Manager
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Job Location:
Wolverhampton - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role Purpose
The Freight Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimising all inbound and outbound freight operations across the GSF Car Parts network. The role ensures cost-effective compliant and reliable transport solutions that support branch availability customer service levels and overall supply chain performance.
Key Responsibilities
Freight & Transport Management
Manage all freight operations including inbound supplier deliveries inter-branch transfers and outbound distribution
Develop and implement freight strategies to support business growth and service objectives
Ensure on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery performance across the network
Cost Control & Optimisation
Control freight spend and deliver continuous cost improvements
Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers hauliers and third-party logistics providers
Analyse freight data to identify efficiencies reduce empty mileage and improve load utilisation
Supplier & Carrier Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with transport partners and suppliers
Monitor carrier performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs
Manage tenders renewals and service reviews
About You
Key Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a freight transport or logistics management role
Strong understanding of UK road transport regulations
Experience managing third-party carriers and freight contracts
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Desirable
Experience within automotive aftermarket retail distribution or fast-paced logistics environments
Knowledge of multi-site distribution networks
Experience using TMS or logistics planning systems
Personal Attributes
Commercially minded with a strong focus on cost control
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced operational environment
Proactive approach to continuous improvement
Career development within a dynamic logistics and supply chain function
About Us
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business Continuity Planning
- AXA
- Jewellery
- Art & Design
- Adobe Indesign
