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Freight Forwarder

Streamline Search
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1PG

Salary

£33,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Streamline Search is seeking a Freight Forwarder for an international cargo transport company, offering a salary of up to £35,000.
  • The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in sea freight operations, including both import and export.
  • This role involves managing sea freight operations, supporting business development, and ensuring compliance with shipping regulations.
  • The position also includes benefits such as 20 days of annual leave, plus an additional day for each year of service, up to a maximum of 25 days.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Streamline Search are working with an international cargo transport company seeking to employ a Freight Forwarder offering an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to contribute to the growth and success of the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious professional to take ownership of a critical role in a growing business. This role provides the perfect opportunity to grow alongside the company and play a key role in shaping its future.

Freight Forwarder - Remuneration

  • Salary - Up to 35,000
  • Monday to Friday - 08:30 - 17:00 (1-hour unpaid lunch)
  • 20 days (excluding bank holidays), plus 1 extra day per year after first full year of employment, to a maximum of 25 days.
  • Auto enrolment into company pension scheme.

Freight Forwarder - Job responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling freight operations while also contributing to business development and sales efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage sea freight import and export operations efficiently.
  • Support and contribute to commercial sales efforts to help grow the business.
  • Handle import customs clearance procedures.
  • Coordinate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth freight operations.
  • Utilize and manage in-house forwarding software (Multifreight experience advantageous).
  • Ensure compliance with relevant shipping regulations and company policies.
  • Provide excellent customer service and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Collaborate with the team to develop and enhance office operations.

Freight Forwarder - Job Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in sea freight operations (import & export) - LCL & FCL.
  • Experience in additional trade lanes such as air freight is a plus.
  • Knowledge of import customs clearance procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
  • Experience with CNS & Destin8.
  • Strong numerical, literacy, and communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to office development.

*Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs. You will most likely have to help in other related areas to this role.

Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.

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