Logistics Executive (Exports / Freight Forwarding)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Tilbury juxta Clare; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment firm is looking for a Logistics Executive in Tilbury, specializing in exports and freight forwarding. This role involves expediting operations by communicating effectively with customers and carriers, arranging bookings, and completing customs documentation. Candidates should have experience in air and sea freight exports. The position offers a salary between £30,000 and £35,000, along with training, progression opportunities, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Training

Progression

Company Bonus

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, particularly in air and sea freight exports.
• Ability to complete customs documentation and declarations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers and carriers to expedite operations.
• Arrange bookings with carriers and lines.
• Complete customs entries.

Skills

Export operations experience

Knowledge of customs documentation

Communication with customers

Booking arrangements

Tools

CNS

Destin8

Job description

Logistics Executive (Exports / Freight Forwarding)

£30,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Company Bonus + Company Benefits

Tilbury

Do you have logistics experience in air and deep sea exports within the freight forwarding industry?

Are you looking to join a growing global logistics company, offering training and development to progress your career within the supply chain industry?

On offer is the opportunity to join an AEO-accredited company with over 40 years of experience within the freight forwarding and logistics sector. With an extensive global coverage, they specialise in Far East ocean imports, with expertise in customs clearance.

In this role you will be working within a close knit team to facilitate export operations for key clients and provide research based guidance to carriers and haulers. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of the global supply chain and develop relationships with multinational organisations across the globe.

The Role:

• Communicate with customers, carriers and hauliers to expedite export operations
• Arrange bookings with carriers and lines
• Arrange collections ensuring deadlines are met for vessels and flights
• Completing customs entries
• Working with CNS and Destin8
• Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

The Person:

• Experience in export operations for air freight and sea freight
• Experience in completing export documentation and customs declarations

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Reference Number: BBBH23157

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Keywords: Exports, Logistics, Logistics Executive, Freight Forwarding, Tilbury, Essex, Operations, Air Freight, Sea Freight, Supply Chain