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Road Freight Forwarder

Reed
Posted 14 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Prescot, Merseyside L34 9AR, England

Salary

£30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract type

Part 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.

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  • The position is for a Road Freight Forwarder located in Knowsley, offering an annual salary of circa £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in EU Road Freight, particularly in a Freight Forwarding department.
  • The role involves processing collections and deliveries, liaising with hauliers and customers, and maintaining stock visibility.
  • Strong communication skills and proficiency in computer systems are required, with additional training provided for in-house systems.
  • Knowledge of customs clearance and European documentation is desirable for this fast-paced environment.
Road Freight Forwarder
  • Annual Salary: Circa £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
  • Location: Knowsley
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Road Freight Forwarder with a strong background in Freight Forwarding or Distribution, particularly within the EU trailers department. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a solid understanding of European Road Freight logistics.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Process and arrange collections and deliveries in line with arrival and sailing schedules
  • Liaise with hauliers, freight forwarders, and customers to ensure timely collection of cargo and on-time delivery
  • Maintain clear visibility of stock by working closely with the team
  • Chase and provide documents relating to stock and deliveries
  • Negotiate rates with hauliers and customers to improve business profit margins
  • Handle processing of UK and potentially EU customs clearance
  • Issue daily and weekly reports to ensure departmental deadlines are met
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth transactions with all customers
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in EU Road Freight, with a strong background in a Freight Forwarding department
  • Excellent communication skills and a good telephone manner
  • Proficient computer skills; additional training will be provided for in-house systems
  • Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
  • Strong knowledge of customs clearance and European documentation is desirable

If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Adam Norris at Reed or apply now.

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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.