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Multimodal Operator AIR/X-Trade

Red Recruit Ltd
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Basildon, Essex SS16 5UY

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Our Client is looking for a Multimodal Operator to join their Air/X-Trade department in Basildon, focusing primarily on airfreight operations.
  • Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in freight operations, with knowledge of import customs entries being an advantage.
  • The position involves managing airfreight movements, assisting with X-Trade operations, and coordinating with suppliers and customs teams.
  • Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential for this role.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and reflects the candidate's experience and skills.

Multimodal Operator - Air/X-Trade

Our Client is seeking a Multimodal Operator to join their Air/X-Trade department in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced freight professional looking to develop their skills within a dynamic and growing logistics team.

Role Overview:

The Air/X-Trade department handles global airfreight and sea X-Trade shipments. This role will have a stronger focus on airfreight operations, but candidates with experience in other modes of transport will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all aspects of airfreight movements (domestic & international).
  • Assist the X-Trade/Multimodal team with trade movements.
  • Support sea export operations and sea X-Trade operations.
  • Coordinate with Our Client's China offices.
  • Communicate with suppliers and customs teams for clearance arrangements.
  • Work with warehouses (internal & third-party) and transport companies for final deliveries.

Experience & Skills:

  • Import customs entry experience is an advantage (e.g., tariff classification, duty calculations).
  • Bill of Lading experience.
  • Professional and confident telephone manner for customer service.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Google Docs).

Internal Systems Used:

  • Forward Solutions (Forward Office Freight System, previously FCL)
  • Destin8 / CNS systems

Additional Details:

  • Probation: 6 months (review after 3 months).
  • Occasional weekend work may be required, shared across the team.

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for an exciting opportunity, apply now to join Our Client's growing team!

Contact us today.  

If you would like to know more about this Multimodal Operator AIR/X-Trade opportunity, or you know of anyone that fits the bill, please forward this advert to them, send us their details or get in contact with us and we will do the rest. You can recommend as many people as you like via our website and earn a referral fee per candidate we place*. This is an unlimited offer. 

As recruiters specialising in freight and shipping, Red Recruit have vacancies at all levels within the industry, so please do get in touch to tell us what you're looking for and we'll do our best to assist. 

* T&C's apply. Please contact the office for more information. 

Please note: - We do not advertise all of our vacancies as some are highly confidential. Therefore, please either submit your CV to us directly or call us in complete confidence. 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.