Freight Forwarder

ALS Recruiting Ltd; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Hull is seeking a Multimodal Operator to manage Air, Sea, and Road freight operations. The role requires expertise in customs compliance and communication with carriers and government agencies. The ideal candidate will have freight forwarding experience and strong problem-solving skills, contributing to efficient shipment processing.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Freight Forwarder in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of multimodal freight operations.
• Proficiency with customs systems.

Responsibilities

• Process import/export operations for Air, Sea, and Road freight.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and customs requirements.
• Manage customs documentation and duty/VAT calculations.

Skills

Multimodal freight knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

CDS

CHIEF

Destin8

Sequoia

Job description

Job Title: Multimodal Operator

Location: Hull/ Kingston Upon Hull

Salary: £27,000 - £31,000 (Dependent on Experience)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Multimodal Freight Forwarder to join our industry leading client in Hull. This role involves handling predominantly Air, Sea and Road freight operations from start to finish. The ideal candidate will ensure all shipments comply with UK and international customs regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process import and export operations for Air, Sea, and Road freight.
• Quoting and Pricing, ensuring best rates are secured
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and customs requirements.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, and government agencies.
• Manage customs documentation and duty/VAT calculations.
• Stay up to date with, CNS, Destin8, Cargowise, CDS, CHIEF, and industry regulations.
• Provide customer updates and resolve customs-related queries.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as a Freight Forwarder in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of multimodal freight (air, sea, and road).
• Proficiency with customs systems (e.g., CDS, CHIEF, Destin8, Sequoia).
• Understanding of commodity codes, duties, VAT, and trade agreements.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

If you have the experience and skillset for this role, apply today!