Freight Forwarder: Customs & Food Shipments Expert

TLP; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run freight forwarding company in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to manage shipments and handle customs entries. You will need proven experience in freight forwarding, solid customs knowledge, and expertise in handling food shipments. Key responsibilities include managing logistics from start to finish and submitting IPAFFS notifications. With a healthy sense of humor and calm under pressure, you will contribute to a team known for its impeccable service and attention to detail.

Benefits

Free Parking

Casual Dress

Pension

20 Days holiday + BH

Qualifications

• Proven experience in start‑to‑finish freight forwarding.
• Solid customs knowledge with familiarity of HS codes.
• Experience with IPAFFS and handling food shipments.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipments end‑to‑end, from booking to delivery.
• Handle customs entries confidently.
• Submit IPAFFS notifications accurately.
• Coordinate air, sea, and road freight shipments.
• Maintain documentation meticulously.
• Communicate effectively with all logistics partners.
• Resolve unexpected shipping issues promptly.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Customs knowledge

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

A family-run freight forwarding company in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to manage shipments and handle customs entries. You will need proven experience in freight forwarding, solid customs knowledge, and expertise in handling food shipments. Key responsibilities include managing logistics from start to finish and submitting IPAFFS notifications. With a healthy sense of humor and calm under pressure, you will contribute to a team known for its impeccable service and attention to detail.