Freight Forwarder

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Are you an experienced freight forwarder ready to make an immediate impact?</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our client is looking for a Freight Forwarder to join their busy Manchester team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Old Trafford, Manchester</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Full-time, Permanent</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Start Date: Immediate</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">About Us:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our client is an established freight forwarding and logistics company providing shipping, transport and forwarding services to a wide range of customers. They handle multi-modal shipments by road and sea across multiple sectors, and pride themselves on expert customer service and strong, lasting business relationships.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Freight Forwarder - The Role:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced department where you'll hit the ground running. With 2-5 years of freight forwarding experience at clerk, operator or coordinator level, you'll bring the know-how to manage shipments confidently, keep customers informed and support the wider team through a busy period.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Freight Forwarder - Key Responsibilities</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Process incoming enquiries and bookings accurately, making sure shipments are handled correctly and on time</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Coordinate road and sea forwarding shipments from booking through to delivery</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Keep customers updated on shipment progress and respond to queries promptly</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Liaise with customs staff and apply your knowledge of customs regulations and shipping procedures</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain accurate documentation, records and systems</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Prioritise a varied workload and support colleagues wherever needed</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Freight Forwarder - You:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>2-5 years of freight forwarding experience at clerk, operator or coordinator level</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Confident across the Microsoft suite, particularly Outlook, Excel and Teams</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Quick to pick up new software and computer literate</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Able to work from the Manchester site full time, ideally with access to a car</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Highly organised, with a structured approach to planning and managing your day</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Calm under pressure, able to prioritise effectively and follow through</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experienced at multi-tasking in a similar role</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A team player with a can-do attitude and a track record of pitching in to help others</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Comfortable taking ownership of decisions and working independently within agreed boundaries (desirable)</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Benefits:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Generous annual leave</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Social events</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Professional development in freight forwarding and logistics</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Supportive team environment</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">To submit your CV for this Freight Forwarder opportunity, click Apply today</p>