Freight Forwarder

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global logistics organisation in Bristol is seeking an ambitious Freight Forwarder to join their busy team. This role involves managing and processing shipments across road, air, and sea, handling customs clearance, negotiating rates, and providing exceptional service to clients. Candidates must have proven experience in freight forwarding operations. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £30,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in freight forwarding operations is essential.
• Desirable to have experience in multimodal freight forwarding.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process road, air, and sea freight shipments.
• Book shipments with shipping lines, agents, and hauliers.
• Track shipments and keep clients updated.
• Handle customs clearance for imports and exports.
• Create orders, negotiate rates, and manage invoices.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Freight forwarding operations

Multimodal freight forwarding

Job description

Freight Forwarder

Bristol

Up to £30,000

I'm currently working with a leading global logistics organisation to find an ambitious Freight Forwarder to join their busy Bristol team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, international environment, handling a range of shipments across road, air, and sea.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing and processing shipments, booking with shipping lines, agents, and hauliers, and providing exceptional service to clients. You’ll also handle customs clearance processes, create orders, negotiate rates, and manage invoices, all while ensuring smooth operations and maximising profit margins.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and processing road, air, and sea freight shipments
• Booking shipments with shipping lines, agents, and hauliers
• Tracking shipments and keeping clients updated
• Handling customs clearance for imports and exports
• Creating orders, negotiating rates, and managing invoices
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

What They’re Looking For

• Experience in freight forwarding operations (essential)
• Multimodal freight forwarding experience (desirable)