Branch Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Engagement and Business Development
   • Meet clients regularly to build and maintain strong relationships.
   • Generate new business inquiries, prepare competitive quotations, and secure contracts.
   • Hand over secured business to the operations team for seamless execution.
   • Conduct weekly meetings with key clients to address their needs and ensure customer satisfaction.
2. Collaboration and Team Support
   • Collaborate with the Kenya team and other offices within the FSL global network to drive cross-border business opportunities.
   • Liaise with overseas partners to ensure smooth coordination and execution of international shipments.
3. Financial Oversight and Collection
   • Support the Finance Manager by ensuring timely collections and resolving payment issues.
   • Monitor and manage weekly collections to maintain positive cash flow.
4. Operational and Strategic Accountability
   • Take ownership of the Uganda Profit and Loss (P&L) statement, ensuring the business operates profitably.
   • Provide regular updates on performance metrics and contribute to strategic decision-making.
5. Compliance and Reporting
   • Ensure all business activities comply with local and international regulations.
   • Prepare and submit reports as required, including sales pipelines, client feedback, and financial updates.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or logistics operations.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and manage client relationships.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Revenue growth and client acquisition.
• Profitability of the Uganda operations.
• Timely collections and reduced outstanding payments.
• Client satisfaction and retention rates.
• Collaboration effectiveness with global and regional teams.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status*
ONLY Expat Indians who have work Permit

Must-Haves
Experience in Freighforwarding, sales and team management exp is MUST.
Candidate must have experience in any one of the Domains - Sea/Ocean/Air Freight/Trucking.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelors degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or logistics operations.
Minimum 3 years Team Management experience is a MUST.
ONLY expat Indians.
Proven ability to meet sales targets and manage client relationships.
Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L management.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and global teams.

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