Junior Road Freight Forwarder

Junior Road Freight Forwarder

Location: Plymouth

Salary: circa. 25,000 - 28,000pa (DOE)

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

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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