Freight Forwarder

WR Logistics; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Middlesbrough is seeking a Freight Forwarder to lead logistics operations across multiple transport modes. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing a team, and providing logistical solutions to clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, with a background in freight forwarding. Excellent professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Professional development and career progression

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience within the freight forwarding industry is essential.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills are necessary.
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day logistics operations across all transportation modes.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve transit issues.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational

Problem-Solving

Education

Experience within the freight forwarding industry

Tools

Logistics software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Freight Forwarder


Location: Middlesbrough, UK


Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per year

About Us: We are an international logistics service provider with expertise in managing large-scale onshore and offshore energy projects. Our Middlesbrough office is a key hub, delivering comprehensive logistics solutions to a diverse clientele.

Role Overview: The Freight Forwarder will play a key role in our logistics operations. Seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to oversee and coordinate transportation services, including road, rail, air, and sea freight. Ensure efficient movement of goods, manage a team, and maintain compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day logistics operations across all transportation modes.

Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Resolve transit issues and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications:

Experience within the freight forwarding industry

Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of transportation regulations and customs procedures.

What We Offer:

Salary up to £40k

Bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Professional development and career progression.

Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Exposure to diverse logistics projects.WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy