Position: Multi-Modal Freight Forwarder
Location: Altrincham, Manchester
Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30 (Some flexibility may be required)
Salary: Up to £34,000 (DOE)
We are recruiting for a Multi-Modal Freight Forwarder to join our client's existing team to coordinate imports, exports and domestic shipments. Our client, who provides unparalleled customer service, is looking to complement their team with a candidate who is passionate about logistics and prioritizes customer service.
Your key responsibilities as a Multi-Modal Freight Forwarder:
1. Managing shipments on an end-to-end operational basis from quotation, execution, and client invoicing.
2. Responding to quote requests in a timely and efficient manner for external and internal clients.
3. Booking of shipments with carriers.
4. Ensuring data is accurately entered into all systems.
5. Resolving day-to-day issues with clients and vendors.
6. Proactive communication to both internal and external clients regarding any identified actual or potential service issues.
7. Preparing documentation, including airway bills, bills of lading, commercial invoices, and customs paperwork.
Requirements:
1. Experienced in start-to-finish operations from rate negotiation to invoicing.
2. Must have prior experience working across Sea, Air, or Road freight.
3. Able to complete import customs entries.
4. UK experience in Import / Export.
5. Experience in Sea, Air, or Road Freight Forwarding.
6. Comprehensive understanding of freight software, such as Cargowise, CDS/CHIEF, DESTIN8, CNS.
Benefits:
1. Generous holiday + bank holidays.
2. Salary up to £34,000.
3. Hybrid working 1 day from home.
4. Company pension.
5. Company performance bonus.
6. Bupa healthcare.
7. On-site gym & showers.
8. Free onsite parking.
9. Bike storage.
10. Great company culture and values.
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