Job Title: Freight Forwarder
Responsible to: Freight Forwarding Manager
Department: Woodside Global
Working hours: Monday to Friday – 09:00 am to 5.30pm
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
We are currently recruiting for a Freight Forwarder to join our fast-paced and growing team at Woodside Global. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.
About us:
Woodside Global is the customs clearance and freight-forwarding division of Woodside Logistics Group working both independently of and in conjunction with its sister transport divisions: Woodside Haulage, Woodside Tankfreight, Woodside Motorfreight, and Woodside Distribution.
As one of the leading logistics providers in the UK and Ireland, we work across a wide variety of industry sectors as the trusted logistics provider for many leading manufacturers, retailers, and distributors in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe.
The Person:
The successful candidate should have experience in freight forwarding and a good level of IT literacy including Microsoft Office applications. They should also have experience working in a busy office environment, with the ability to work accurately and efficiently, whilst maintaining a positive attitude.
Key responsibilities:
* Handling import and export consignments for Woodside Global clients.
* Responsible for arranging multi-modal bookings with shipping lines, overseas agents, and various third-party subcontractors. Liaising with all stakeholders as and when required.
* Ensure the operations and processes are carried out in accordance with company objectives.
* Ensure all jobs are entered onto a computerised system in an accurate and efficient manner and invoiced accordingly.
* Assist in the development and implementation of systems, procedures, and processes in line with ISO accreditation.
* Ensure all relevant documentation for consignments is provided in a timely manner.
Essential Criteria:
* At least 2 years’ experience in a freight forwarding/shipping role.
* At least 2 years’ experience using Microsoft Office and other computer packages.
* At least 2 years’ operational knowledge of import and export air/road/sea freight movements.
Desirable Criteria:
* Previous experience processing customs declarations would be beneficial.
* Experience in using freight management systems & other customs software/packages.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 33 days annual leave
* Award-winning Head Office facilities
* Funded Healthcare Plan (after 6 months in role)
* Long Service Recognition
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Role-specific training
Please note the company operates pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test.
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