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Airfreight Forwarder Freight Forwarder

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Posted a day ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Dover, Kent CT15 5AA, England

Salary

£30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position available is for an Airfreight Forwarder based in Dover, Kent, offering a salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum.
  • The ideal candidate should have previous experience in airfreight and general forwarding, with knowledge of customs declarations being an advantage.
  • Responsibilities include planning collections and deliveries, liaising with various stakeholders, and providing administrative support.
  • Candidates must be able to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team, while demonstrating attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft applications.
  • The company offers benefits such as free on-site parking, a pension scheme, and ongoing training and development opportunities.

Airfreight Forwarder / Freight Forwarder

Location: Dover, Kent

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Our client is a privately owned company. From humble beginnings in 2000, the company has grown to become the road cargo transport and logistics solution of choice for many forwarding companies and suppliers alike looking for a reliable carrier. 

The company headquarters are based in Dover, UK. This perfectly positions them for shipping allowing them to make the best use of their equipment.

The Role

  • Planning and arranging collections and deliveries - Logistics
  • Liaising with customers, carriers, suppliers, shipping lines, port authorities etc. by telephone, email etc
  • Obtaining the necessary paperwork, Bill of ladings etc
  • Admin / Administration support to all parties
  • Data input / Data entry and general admin

Skills and Qualifications

  • Previous experience in Airfreight and general forwarding
  • Knowledge of customs declarations in freight forwarding/logistics is an advantage
  • Ability to work under pressure (deadlines), independently and within a team
  • Attention to detail, competent in Microsoft, Outlook, and ability to learn new procedures
  • Be driven and self-motivated
  • You must be able to work under your own initiative to find solutions for complicated logistics movements from start to finish
  • At times you are responsible for your own profitability

Essential Experience:

They are looking for someone who has experience as an Airfreight Forwarder / within this field. Be able to expedite complex logistical movements spanning multiple countries.

Their ideal candidate may have experience working:

  • As a Freight Forwarder
  • In Logistics
  • In Airfreight / Road freight

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary of £30,000 - £35,000
  • Free on-site parking
  • Company pension scheme
  • Fun working atmosphere
  • Ongoing training and development

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, then please do not hesitate to apply.

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