Agency Network Manager
Full Time
mumbai
Posted 3 weeks ago
- Job Title: Agency Network Manager (Regional)
- Location: Mumbai
- Industry: Freight Forwarding & Logistics
- Experience Required: 5–10 Years
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Salary: ₹80,000 – ₹1,00,000 per month
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented Agency Network Manager (Regional) to strengthen and expand our agency and partner network across strategic markets, with a strong focus on the Indian region. The ideal candidate will be responsible for agency acquisition, network development, pricing coordination, business generation, relationship management, and payment follow-ups.
This role requires strong industry knowledge in freight forwarding, shipping, and logistics, along with excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills to build long-term partnerships that contribute to business growth and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Agency Acquisition & Network Development
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable agency and network partners across key
markets and trade lanes. - Conduct operational and financial due diligence for prospective agents.
- Negotiate and finalize Agency Agreements and Credit Agreements.
- Develop region-wise and sector-wise agency mapping strategies to strengthen
network capabilities. - Expand and optimize regional agency partnerships for long-term business growth.
Business Development & Revenue Generation
- Generate new business opportunities through global and regional agency networks.
- Coordinate with network partners to obtain competitive pricing for customer
inquiries. - Follow up on inquiries, negotiate rates, and convert opportunities into confirmed
business. - Participate in logistics and network conferences to build strategic relationships and
maximize business opportunities.
Agent Relationship & Performance Management
- Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with agency partners.
- Monitor agent performance, inquiry conversion ratios, and service quality standards.
- Support internal teams in agency communication, onboarding, and coordination
activities. - Identify low-conversion areas and implement corrective action plans.
Market Intelligence & Strategic Coordination
- Stay updated on market trends, trade movements, competitor activities, and industry
regulations. - Share market insights and business opportunities with sales and management teams.
- Support strategic planning and regional business expansion initiatives.
Payment Collection & Commercial Coordination
- Ensure timely payment collections within agreed credit terms.
- Monitor receivables and maintain healthy cash flow management.
- Handle operational and commercial escalations related to agency business and ensure
timely resolution.
Reporting & Database Management
- Maintain and update a comprehensive agency and partner database.
- Track inquiry status, business conversions, revenue contribution, and operational
performance metrics. - Prepare periodic reports, MIS, and performance analysis for management review.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of freight forwarding, shipping, logistics, and international trade
operations. - Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
- Strong stakeholder management and networking capabilities.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and achieve business targets.
- Good knowledge of international markets and agency network operations.
- Proficiency in MS Office and reporting tools.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- 5–10 years of experience in freight forwarding, shipping, logistics, or agency network
management. - Proven experience in agency development and business generation.
- Strong industry exposure and professional network.
- Experience handling international agents and regional trade lanes preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration,
or related field preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work with an expanding logistics and freight forwarding organization.
- Exposure to international agency network operations and strategic markets.
- Performance-driven growth opportunities and career advancement.
- Collaborative and professional working environment.
Job Features
| Job Category | Sales & Marketing |
| Job ID | N/A |