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Freight Planner

Office Angels
Posted a day ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK45 3EF

Salary

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Freight Planner (FP) position is a permanent role based in Bedford with a salary range of £23,000 to £28,000 per annum.
  • Candidates should have previous experience working with Freight Management or Transport software, along with a solid understanding of Brexit and Customs clearance requirements.
  • Key responsibilities include executing orders across various transport modes, resolving queries, and ensuring accurate processing of all activities related to order management.
  • The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, exceptional organization abilities, and a detail-oriented approach.
  • This role requires a proactive attitude and the ability to introduce new ideas, contributing to a driven organization that prioritizes timely deliveries.

JOB ROLE: Freight Planner (FP)JOB TYPE: PermanentCOMPANY: Freight HOURS: -08:30am- 17:00pm MondaySALARY: £23,000 - £28,000 per annum,LOCATION: Bedford

A driven organisation who pride themselves in getting the clients products shipped and delivered on time, every time!Due you have Previous experience of working with Freight Management / Transport software packages and a good understanding of Brexit and Customs clearance requirements, then we have an amazing role for you.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT EXCLUSIVE TO:

· Execute orders by all modes of transport (Air, Sea and Road) ensuring orders are processed in a timely and cost effective manner.

· Support all departments when required to resolve queries, provide informed feedback, participate in calls / meetings, cover teammates absence, source rates etc.

· Ensure all activity within the (order processing, job authorisation, document upload, use of pre-entered client and carrier tariffs, rate shopping etc) is processed correctly with consistently high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Review shipment requirements when EU / UK Customs clearance is required and provide

guidance to clients and team members when required

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

  • Good communicator
  • Attention to detail.
  • Exceptional organisation skills
  • Approachable, helpful and friendly attitude
  • Use of initiative and introduction of new ideas

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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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.