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Freight Forwarder - Operations

Reed
Posted 19 hours ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Hounslow, Greater London TW6 2DN, England

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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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.

FREIGHT FORWARDER - OPERATIONS (Cargowise user advantageous)(Office based, no remote working. Mon-Fri 9/5.30)£36,000 - £50,000 (DOE) plus Bonus!Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to join our clients Projects Division. This role involves coordinating and managing the transportation of oversized and heavy cargoes (multimodal - Air &Sea), ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee and manage freight forwarding projects from inception to completion, ensuring all logistics requirements are met.
  • Liaise with carriers, shipping lines, and other logistics service providers to negotiate rates and secure transportation services.
  • Prepare and manage all necessary shipping documentation, including bills of lading, air waybills and compliance paperwork.
  • Ensure all shipments comply with international and local regulations
  • Monitor and control project costs, ensuring budget adherence and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
  • Generate regular reports on project status, shipment progress, and any issues encountered.
Qualifications:
  • Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in freight forwarding operations - Essential
  • Skills:
    • OOG knowledge advantageous. Good Multimodal Ops essential
    • Proficient in logistics software and tools (Cargowise user advantageous though not essential)
    • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
    • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

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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.