Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder they have invested heavily in its European Road freight division and has aspirations to be an industry leader in European Overland services
We are now recruiting for a European Road Freight Trainee to join the freight forwarding team based in Wythenshawe, near Manchester airport
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to join a strong and dynamic team as they continue their rapid expansion. Working within the European Roadfreight team, based in Manchester, learning what it takes to be a logistics professional with full on the job training and ongoing career development.
This role is ideally suited to an individual looking to commence a career in Freight Forwarding, with a good level of IT literacy and who possesses excellent customer service
Main duties:
* Take requests and queries and resolve them effectively and efficiently.
* Communicate with overseas agents and clients clearly, precisely and accurately.
* You will support our Senior Account Manager team with day-to-day operations.
* You will be speaking to customers, suppliers and colleagues throughout the UK and Europe, you will help facilitate smooth and frictionless transport of orders to, from and within the continent.
* Entering shipments on our in-house system, you will generate orders and instructions for our suppliers.
* You will input relevant information into the internal system and follow procedures.
* General freight office administration
Experience required:
* Keen to learn
* Excellent attention to detail
* An interest in logistics, preferably road freight
* Good verbal and written communication, to provide a professional image to customers and suppliers.
* The capacity to work in a high-pressure environment whilst remaining calm when under pressure.
* The ability to liaise with a global network of agents, suppliers, shipping lines, hauliers.
* A positive attitude and good problem-solving skills.
* The drive to succeed and want to make a contribution to the business
* An interest in logistics, preferably road freight
* Good verbal and written communication
Package and Benefits:
* Salary 18,000 to 24,000
* Pension
* 22 days holiday to start
* Rewards and Discounts
* Heath care plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Social events
* Free Parking
* Plus more
Back to searchEuropean Roadfreight Trainee
Freight Personnel
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 15 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M22 9US, England
£22,000 - £26,400 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, an International Global Freight Forwarder, is seeking a European Road Freight Trainee to join their team in Wythenshawe, near Manchester airport.
- The role offers full on-the-job training and career development for individuals looking to start a career in Freight Forwarding, with a salary ranging from £18,000 to £24,000.
- Candidates should possess a good level of IT literacy, excellent customer service skills, and a keen interest in logistics, particularly road freight.
- The position requires strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Benefits include a pension, 22 days of holiday, healthcare plan, and various rewards and discounts, making it an attractive opportunity for those eager to learn.
