GM-Commercial -Freight Forwarding Company

15 - 21 years

5 - 10 Lacs

Posted:23 hours ago| Platform: Foundit logo

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Business Growth:

  • Develop and implement

    commercial strategies

    to achieve revenue and margin targets.
  • Identify new business opportunities in

    freight forwarding, logistics, and supply chain solutions

    .
  • Expand the company's presence in international and domestic freight markets (Air, Ocean, and Land).
  • Establish strategic alliances with global agents, carriers, and service providers.

Sales & Customer Management:

  • Lead and mentor the sales and business development teams across regions.
  • Oversee pricing strategies, key account management, and high-value client negotiations.
  • Ensure timely resolution of customer issues and service escalations.

Commercial Operations:

  • Review and approve commercial contracts, rate quotes, and RFP responses.
  • Monitor and control operating costs to improve margins and efficiency.
  • Work closely with operations, finance, and legal teams to ensure contract and SLA compliance.
  • Implement

    digital and process automation initiatives

    for efficiency and scalability.

Reporting & Analysis:

  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), market trends, and competitor activity.
  • Report to top management on commercial performance, forecasts, and risk areas.
  • Lead commercial budgeting, planning, and financial reviews.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field;

    MBA preferred

    .
  • 1020 years of experience in the

    freight forwarding

    ,

    logistics

    , or

    shipping industry

    , with at least 5 years in a senior commercial leadership role.
  • Deep understanding of

    international freight (air & ocean)

    and domestic transport operations.
  • Proven track record in

    sales leadership, pricing strategies, and P&L management

    .
  • Strong industry network and understanding of carrier partnerships and customs processes.

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