Trainee Freight Forwarder

Logix Recruitment Limited; Mountnessing; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Trainee Freight Forwarder to join their team in Mountnessing. This full-time position allows you to launch your career in logistics, focusing on managing customer orders and coordinating shipments. Successful candidates will demonstrate fluency in English, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment. Benefits include additional leave, casual dress code, and a company pension plan.

Benefits

Additional leave

Casual dress

Company pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• Full fluency in English is required.
• Excellent time management and communication skills are essential.
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment is needed.

Responsibilities

• Process new customer orders on operating system.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure prompt shipment delivery.
• Support end-to-end freight forwarding operations.

Skills

Fluency in English

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Opportunity

Due to continued growth, our client has an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Freight Forwarder to join their European operations department located in Mountnessing, Essex. This is a full‑time, permanent position. Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Position Overview

This is a trainee role and is ideal for someone who is looking to start a career within the Logistics industry. Our client is an international freight forwarding agent, who specialise in the logistics of Beers, Wines, and Spirits. Knowledge, experience and understanding is at the heart of their mission, as well as a drive to appreciate the needs and requirements of every single customer, no matter their size or whatever their budget may be.

Key Responsibilities

• Process new customer orders on operating system.
• Liaise and coordinate with stakeholders such as suppliers and carriers to ensure prompt collection and delivery of shipments.
• Support the end‑to‑end freight forwarding operations, primarily using sea containers, intermodal rail and road trailers.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues or delays that may arise during shipment.
• Maintain accurate records, including transport arrangements and shipping tracking.
• Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and provide updates to customers.

Ideal Candidate

• Full fluency in English.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• The ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking