Strategic Freight Sales Manager - BristolWe are looking for a Strategic Freight Sales Manager to drive business growth and manage high-value, strategic accounts. This role focuses on developing new customer revenue, maintaining a healthy sales pipeline, and delivering results across complex, high-impact accounts.Job type: PermanentHours: Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 17:30Package:Competitive salaryCar allowanceCommissionDay to day:Own and grow a portfolio of named strategic accounts, driving new business and exceeding revenue targets.Prospect, qualify, and engage potential customers to maintain a strong and active sales pipeline.Schedule and execute productive sales calls and meetings, ensuring consistent follow-up and opportunity management.Navigate opportunities through the full sales process using advanced sales techniques and internal resources.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop tailored solutions for customer needs, including cost-benefit analyses and logistics planning.Support on-boarding and smooth transition of new accounts, ensuring accurate documentation and customer introductions.Maintain accurate records in the CRM and provide timely reporting on sales activities.Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape.Requirements:Proven experience managing and closing large, strategic accounts from a freight forwarding settingMust have experience with a UK based freight forwarderStrong knowledge of supply chain concepts, proc