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Deep Sea Freight Forwarder

Mpeople Recruitment
Posted 4 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Shipley, West Yorkshire BD17 6JZ, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job position is for a Freight Forwarder - Ocean Export based in Bradford near Shipley, offering a salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience.
  • The role involves managing sea exports, liaising with clients and agents, and dealing with third-party logistics.
  • Candidates should have strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience in coordinating international shipments.
  • Experience with logistics software like MultiFreight or CargoWise is preferred, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.
  • The company offers benefits including 25 days annual leave, a MediCash healthcare package, and free on-site parking.

Freight Forwarder - Ocean Export

Bradford nr Shipley – up to £30,000 depending on experience

I’m very pleased to be working with a growing UK freight forwarder based near to Shipley in West Yorkshire.  They need someone in their Deep Sea Department to manage their exports.

The Benefits:-

  • Excellent salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience 
  • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays 
  • MediCash healthcare package 
  • Free On-site parking
  • Group Life Assurance – 3x Gross Salary 
  • Cycle to work scheme 

The main responsibilities of the Deep Sea Freight Forwarder are:-

  • Sea exports mainly
  • some cross-trades, airfreight etc.
  • Liaising with clients and agents
  • Speaking with drivers
  • Dealing with third party logistics (3PL)
  • Getting quotes and ensuring that a balance is met both getting the best price whilst making a profit
  • Experience of MultiFreight would be an advantage although CargoWise is also acceptable

The ideal Freight Forwarder would meet the following criteria:-

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to handle customs regulations and documentation
  • Experience in coordinating international shipments and dealing with shipping lines
  • Proficient with logistics software and digital tools (e.g., ERP systems, Microsoft Office)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Apologies but we can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

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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.