Job Description
Do you have excellent import/export experience paired with great knowledge of air, road and sea freight?
I am recruiting for an experienced Operations Executive for a repeat client in the Shepperton area. My client specialises in international freight forwarding and is looking to grow their freight team. The successful candidate will have multi-modal freight forwarding experience and will practice all aspects of freight forwarding whilst delivering excellent operational service. This is an office-based, Monday-Friday role, working from 9am-5:30pm.
Main Duties:
* Arrange and oversee export, import, and UK domestic operations from start to finish, whether by air, sea or road.
* Investigate and plan the most appropriate routes for shipments.
* Complete international shipping and customs documentation.
* Handle costing and billing for both import and export jobs.
* Ensure compliance with international regulations.
* Collaborate closely with customers, colleagues, and third parties to ensure deadlines are met.
Key Requirements:
* Strong import/export experience
* Customs clearance knowledge
* Multi-modal freight experience (air, road and sea ideally)
* Experience using Boxtop or CargoWise (or similar)
* Computer literate (MS Office, emails, CRM)
Benefits & Package:
* Salary of £27,000-£35,000 depending on experience
* Holidays 21 days + bank holidays (rising to 25 days with service)
* Company socials
* Relaxed/casual attire and office environment
* Auto enrolment pension (autoenrollment) following 3 months service
* Free parking on site