Junior Road Freight Forwarder

Location: Felixstowe

Salary: circa. 25,000pa (DOE)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 9:00am-5:30pm

Are you a Graduate or someone looking for an exciting career change into the Freight and Logistics industry? This opportunity could be excellent for you.

My client is looking for a Junior Road Freight Forwarder to join their team and support the business' Road Freight Operations. You will have the opportunity to develop your career in logistics, eventually becoming a fully-fledged Freight Forwarder. Your new career in Logistics starts here!

Package Benefits:

Bonus Scheme
Private Medical Scheme
Pension matched up to 8%
Life Assurance
25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Excellent training programme.
Opportunities and encouragement for progression within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Gathering import and export documents and executing customs entries.
Speak with customers, handling any requests and questions.
Liaise with Transport companies, shipping lines, and organising deliveries.
Liaise with 3PL suppliers and warehousing.
Be an integral part of the Road Freight Team and support the Account Management with day-to-day operations.

Requirements:

Keen to learn and start your career in logistics.
Excellent telephone manner, customer service and attention to detail.
Good verbal and written communication.
Previous exposure to the logistics and supply chain industry advantageous, but not essential.

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