Multimodal Freight Operator

WR Logistics; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Multimodal Freight Operator to manage the end-to-end coordination of shipments across air, sea, and road. This role is crucial in ensuring timely and compliant movement of goods, perfect for someone with a strong understanding of international freight forwarding. Join a friendly and supportive team culture that values performance and offers opportunities for progression and training. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding service in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Performance Bonuses

Pension Scheme

Holiday Entitlement

Opportunities for Progression

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding or logistics environment.
• Solid understanding of multimodal transport and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage multimodal shipments from origin to destination.
• Prepare and process shipping and customs documentation.

Skills

Freight Forwarding

Multimodal Transport

Customs Procedures

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Freight Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Multimodal Freight Operator

Location: SO31, Southampton

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: 30,000 DOE

About The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Multimodal Freight Operator. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end coordination of shipments across air, sea and road. Ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of goods for our customers. This is a key role within their operations department, ideal for someone with a strong understanding of international freight forwarding and a passion for delivering outstanding service in a fast-paced environment.

Multimodal Freight Operator Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage multimodal shipments from origin to destination
• Liaise with clients, carriers, customs agents, and overseas partners
• Prepare and process shipping and customs documentation (AWBs, BOLs, CMRs, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and company procedures
• Track and trace shipments, providing updates and proactive communication to customers
• Negotiate rates with carriers and suppliers to ensure cost-efficiency
• Handle any delays, discrepancies, or issues in transit with professionalism and urgency
• Maintain accurate files, data entry, and reporting in internal systems
  
  

Multimodal Freight Operator Requirements

• Previous experience in a freight forwarding or logistics environment
• Solid understanding of multimodal transport (air, sea and road)
• Knowledge of Incoterms, customs procedures, and international trade compliance
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and customer service abilities
• Comfortable working with freight software and Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to work well under pressure and solve problems proactively
  
  

What They Offer

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
• Opportunities for progression and training
• Friendly, supportive team culture
  
  

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

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