Job Description

Opportunity to Build a Logistics & Freight Forwarding Business From the Ground Up

Location: Rainham, Essex | Position Type: Leadership / Business Development / Start-Up Role

We're a 100-year-old business ready to launch something new. We're looking for someone to lead the project...

We are a long-established, privately owned group with a 100-year history of building and operating successful businesses and accumulating property assets. We have a strategically located 40,000 sq ft warehouse in Rainham, Essex, just off the A13 with quick access to London and the new Thames Freeport. We are poised to launch our next venture -- a freight forwarding, storage, and logistics business.

Almost 10 years ago, we started an Records Management business from scratch. Through smart lead generation and exceptional customer service, we've grown it into a thriving business serving hundreds of clients across London and the M25. Now, we want to do it again -- within the logistics and freight forwarding sector.

The Role:

We're looking for an experienced, energetic, and entrepreneurial person to help us build this new business. This is not a role for someone who wants a roadmap handed to them and required constant supervision. It's for someone who thrives on opportunity, autonomy, and the chance to shape something from a blank canvas.

You will:

Help define and execute our logistics and freight forwarding strategy Make use of vacant warehouse space to drive revenue through storage and fulfilment solutions Lead customer acquisition -- both through your contacts and by helping us shape lead generation Identify and assess acquisition opportunities as we grow by buying existing operations Build a profitable, customer-focused business that can scale Work alongside an ownership team that supports and invests in long-term growth

You bring:

10 years + experience in logistics, freight forwarding, warehousing, or transport A commercial mindset and proven ability to grow a business or division The energy and determination to take ownership and drive performance A hands-on, proactive approach to solving problems and seizing opportunities

Why Join Us?

Be part of a new venture backed by a stable, successful business with real assets Operate from a prime Rainham location near major road, port and rail links Help shape a business that could become a major player in London logistics No red tape -- just support, resources, and the freedom to make things happen

Ready to take a warehouse and turn it into a business?

Much of this is based on experience and seniority, we would like to speak to current directors and managers in the sector to find the best fit and person for the journey ahead Salary will be competitive in the market place Bonus and incentives based on milestones, these will be decided when the person joins, and we set out on our business building journey Based in Rainham with visits to our other office in Romford from time to time. Working from home a day or two a week might be a better use of time in the start-up phase but being visible and part of the team moving forward will be required The normal tools to complete the job, phone, laptop Car mileage paid for business use
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-75,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AW Logistics
Expected start date: 01/08/2025