Freight Forwarder

Sunblink Ltd-GRN; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunblink Ltd-GRN in Dundalk is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to join our growing logistics team. You will manage shipments from booking through delivery, coordinating across Road, Ocean and Air Freight while ensuring high levels of service.

You will work with customers, carriers and overseas partners to keep freight moving efficiently, with a focus on accuracy, independence and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Freight Forwarding.
• Experience in Road, Ocean or Air Freight.
• Good understanding of end-to-end freight forwarding process.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage freight movements from booking through to final delivery.
• Coordinate Road, Ocean and Air Freight shipments.
• Handle both import and export movements.
• Liaise with customers, carriers, hauliers, and overseas partners.
• Prepare and manage shipping documentation.
• Track shipments and provide proactive updates.
• Resolve delays and operational issues.
• Maintain shipment information in the freight management system.
• Collaborate with the forwarding and logistics team.
• Deliver a responsive, customer-focused service.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Customer service

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Freight Forwarder

€40,000 - €50,000 DOE + Benefits

Dundalk

Are you an experienced Freight Forwarder with a background in Road, Ocean or Air Freight looking to join a growing logistics operation where you can broaden your experience across multiple modes?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established forwarding team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of freight movements across Ireland, the UK, Europe and worldwide.

You'll manage shipments from booking through to delivery, working closely with customers, carriers and overseas partners to ensure freight moves efficiently while providing a high level of customer service.

You don't need experience across every mode. If you have a solid grounding in Road, Ocean or Air Freight, understand the fundamentals of forwarding and can confidently manage shipments from day one, this could be your next career move.

The Role

• Manage freight movements from booking through to final delivery
• Coordinate Road, Ocean and Air Freight shipments
• Handle both import and export movements
• Liaise with customers, carriers, hauliers, shipping lines and overseas partners
• Prepare and manage relevant shipping and transport documentation
• Track shipments and provide customers with proactive updates
• Resolve delays and operational issues as they arise
• Maintain accurate shipment information within the freight management system
• Work closely with the wider forwarding and logistics team
• Deliver a responsive, reliable and customer-focused service

About You

• Previous experience within Freight Forwarding, ideally 2+ years
• Experience within Road, Ocean or Air Freight
• Good understanding of the end-to-end freight forwarding process
• Comfortable managing shipments with a good degree of independence
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Confident working in a busy, fast-paced forwarding environment
• Proactive approach to problem-solving
• Experience across multiple freight modes would be advantageous but is not essential

What's on Offer

• €40,000 - €50,000 salary depending on experience
• Opportunity to gain exposure across Road, Ocean and Air Freight
• Ongoing training and development
• Join an experienced, close-knit forwarding team
• Long-term opportunity within a growing logistics business
• Some flexibility around start and finish times

If you're looking for a Freight Forwarding role where you can take ownership of your shipments while developing broader experience across Road, Ocean and Air Freight, we'd love to hear from you.