Freight Forwarder

WR Logistics; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Freight Forwarder to join their dynamic team in Southampton. This exciting role involves managing international freight movements by air, sea, and road, ensuring compliance with customs and trade regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, leveraging their expertise in freight forwarding operations to build strong relationships with clients and provide tailored pricing solutions. With opportunities for growth and development in various modes of freight, this position promises a rewarding career in logistics.

Benefits

Generous holiday

Company pension contribution

Free Onsite parking

Opportunity to learn and grow in different modes of freight

Qualifications

• Experience in Freight Forwarding operations is essential.
• Must have experience working with a UK Based freight forwarder.

Responsibilities

• Complete start-to-finish consignments by sea, air, and road freight.
• Build strong relationships with clients and provide freight rates.

Skills

Freight Forwarding Operations

Customs Clearance Procedures

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Position: Freight Forwarder
Location: Southampton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (APPROX)
Salary: up to 33,000 (DEO)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Forwarder to join a well-established team in Southampton. Our client specialises in International Freight Management, including movements by air, sea and road. This role would suit a candidate who is passionate about logistics and enjoys working in a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Freight Forwarding operations, with experience dealing with either sea, road or air freight, imports/exports and customs clearance procedures.

Your key responsibilities as a Freight Forwarder:

• Complete start-to-finish consignments by sea, air and road freight
• Building strong working relationships with clients/shipping lines & agents, good negotiation skills, and attention to detail are essential for this role.
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Track and update delivery statuses in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
• Completion of customs procedures
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and trade compliance laws
• Must have experience working with a UK Based freight forwarder

Benefits:

• Salary up to 33,000 (DEO)
• Generous holiday
• Company pension contribution
• Free Onsite parking
• The opportunity to learn and grow in different modes of freight