Freight Trainee: Entry-Level Logistics Coordinator

DivalentineCalver Recruitment LTD; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

DivalentineCalver Recruitment LTD in Manchester seeks a motivated Freight Trainee to support day-to-day air and sea freight imports coordination. Full training and ongoing support are provided to help you start a long-term career in international logistics.

The role involves coordinating shipments, communicating with customers and partners by phone and email, and maintaining accurate records in internal systems. Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:30, with a small, friendly team.

Qualifications

• No freight forwarding experience required; full training provided.
• Experience in administration, customer service or logistics-related roles beneficial.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Maths, advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate air and sea freight shipments, mainly imports.
• Liaise with customers, shipping lines, airlines, overseas agents and suppliers by phone and email.
• Track shipments and update customers on delivery schedules and changes.
• Prepare, check and process shipping documentation accurately.
• Carry out general administrative duties, including data entry and updating shipment records.
• Assist with booking shipments and coordinating collections and deliveries.
• Follow up with suppliers and service providers for shipment updates and documentation.
• Record shipment information accurately in internal systems.
• Provide general support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Organised and methodical

Professional communication

MS Outlook/Word/Excel

Administrative tasks

Reliability and punctuality

Proactivity and willingness to learn

Task prioritisation

Education

GCSEs/Equivalent (English & Maths)

Job description

DivalentineCalver Recruitment LTD in Manchester seeks a motivated Freight Trainee to support day-to-day air and sea freight imports coordination. Full training and ongoing support are provided to help you start a long-term career in international logistics.

The role involves coordinating shipments, communicating with customers and partners by phone and email, and maintaining accurate records in internal systems. Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:30, with a small, friendly team.