Freight Administrator

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is seeking a Freight Administrator to join their Portsmouth office. The role involves assisting with import operations, supporting customs clearance, and monitoring shipments. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, have a positive attitude, and be willing to learn within the logistics industry. This position offers a competitive salary, training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

On-site gym access

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop within the logistics industry.
• Positive, flexible approach to work.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with import operations from Europe.
• Supporting customs clearance processes.
• Liaising with drivers regarding progress and delivery schedules.
• Monitoring shipments and transport plans.
• Providing administrative support to the freight team.

Skills

Strong willingness to learn and develop

Positive, team-focused attitude

Good organisational skills

Confident communication skills

Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Position: Freight Administrator
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: 25,000 - 27,000

Our client is a well-established logistics and freight company with UK and European operations. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Freight Administrator to join their Portsmouth office.

Freight Administrator Job Overview

• Assisting with import operations from Europe
• Supporting customs clearance processes by gathering and checking required documentation
• Liaising with drivers to check progress, locations, and delivery schedules
• Monitoring shipments and ensuring transport plans are followed through to completion
• Providing general administrative support to the freight and transport team
• Being flexible and willing to assist within the warehouse when additional support is required

ight Administrator Job Requirements

• Strong willingness to learn and develop within the logistics industry
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a flexible approach to work
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable using basic IT systems (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to work on own initiative while supporting the wider team

Freight Administrator Job Package & Benefits

• Salary 25,000 - 27,000 depending on experience
• Monday - Friday working hours, 08:00 - 17:00 (1 hour lunch)
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• On-site gym access
• Full training and long-term career development opportunities
• Friendly, supportive working environment

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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