Freight Forwarder

White Recruitment Construction; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarding Coordinator in Bristol, offering a salary of up to £30,000. Candidates should have knowledge in transport and global logistics, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage various freight shipments efficiently. This permanent position requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment with a focus on exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding operations is essential.
• Strong understanding of transport and global logistics.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process road, air, and sea freight shipments.
• Provide exceptional customer service and track shipments.
• Handle customs clearance processes for imports and exports.

Skills

Freight forwarding operations

Multimodal freight forwarding

Customer service skills

Negotiation skills

IT literacy

Job description

Freight Forwarder – Bristol – Up to £30,000

Our client are seeking an experienced and motivated Freight Forwarding Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of transport and global logistics, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multi-modal shipments in a fast-paced environment.

Job type: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday – 09:00 – 17:30

Salary: Up to £30,000

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and process road, air, and sea freight shipments.
• Book shipments with shipping lines, agents, and hauliers.
• Provide exceptional customer service, including tracking shipments and providing client updates.
• Handle customs clearance processes for both import and export shipments.
• Create customer orders, negotiate rates, and manage invoicing.
• Maximize profit margins across shipments and key accounts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure all tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and within tight deadlines.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in freight forwarding operations (essential).
• Experience in multimodal freight forwarding (desirable).
• Knowledge of customs clearance processes (preferred but not essential).
• Strong understanding of transport and global logistics.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure competitive rates.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong IT literacy and competency across common systems.