Freight Forwarding Manager

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Posted 9 days ago, valid for 11 days

Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire MK169NB, England

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

My client, a leading exporter, is seeking to hire a multi-modal Freight Forwarding Manager for their new office in Bedfordshire.
This is primarily an office-based role with the option for hybrid working one day a week.
The position offers a salary of approximately £45,000, along with 25 days of annual leave and additional company benefits.
Candidates should have strong experience in at least one to two modes of transport, including airfreight, and possess import/export experience.
The role requires strong leadership skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to work under pressure while being client-facing.

My client, a leading exporter, is looking to recruit a multi modal Freight Forwarding Manager for a new office based in the Bedfordshire region.

This is an office based role although there will be scope for HYBRID working (one day per week working from home)

You will be working for a leading global logistics provider who values its people and offers genuine opportunities for career progression.

SALARY: c£45k plus 25 days annual leave and other company benefits

HOURS: Monday to Friday 9 am - 5.30 pm (flexibility required for busy periods).

ROLE of Freight forwarding Manager

Hands on Import/Export role
Managing a small team of
Client meetings and reporting
Project management
Commercial control/budgeting

EXPERIENCE

Strong experience in at least one to two modes of transport including airfreight
Import/Export experience
Commercial acumen
Ability to think outside the box under pressure
Solutions focused
Strong leadership skills
Very confident
Client facing

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