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Freight Forwarder

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Whiteley, Hampshire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Export Freight Forwarder
Location: Whiteley, Hampshire
Salary: Up to £35,000, depending on experience
Benefits: 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, bonus scheme, and more

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Export Freight Forwarder to join a growing freight forwarding team based in Whiteley, Hampshire.

This role will focus mainly on export freight operations, managing shipments from start to finish and ensuring goods move smoothly across international networks. Import experience would be an advantage, but the main requirement is a strong background in export freight forwarding.

You will be responsible for coordinating freight movements, liaising with customers, carriers, and overseas partners, and ensuring shipments are handled efficiently, accurately, and in line with all relevant procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day export freight forwarding operations
Arrange collections, deliveries, and transport with carriers, hauliers, and partners
Prepare and process shipping documentation, including customs-related paperwork
Monitor shipments and provide proactive updates to customers
Liaise with clients, suppliers, carriers, hauliers, and overseas agents
Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally
Ensure all shipments are handled in line with company procedures and compliance requirements
Maintain accurate records and deliver a high level of customer service throughout

What We're Looking For

Previous experience within freight forwarding, ideally with a strong export focus
Import experience would be an advantage
Good understanding of export procedures and freight documentation
Knowledge of customs processes would be beneficial
Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments
Good IT and organisational skills
A positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private healthcare
Bonus scheme
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to develop within a growing freight forwarding businessWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

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