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Import & Export Freight Forwarder

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 25,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Felixstowe

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Import & Export Freight Forwarder - Felixstowe - Salary Negotiable
  
 About the Company
  
 Our client is an established international logistics business with a strong reputation for delivering reliable freight and supply chain solutions across global markets.
  
 Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Import & Export Freight Forwarder to join their Felixstowe team. This is a great opportunity for a logistics professional who enjoys managing complex shipments, working with customers and overseas partners, and taking ownership from start to finish.
  
 Import & Export Freight Forwarder - The Rewards
  
Competitive salary 
Company pension 
20 days holiday plus bank holidays 
Office-based role in Felixstowe 
Opportunity to work within a fast-moving international logistics environment 
Scope to develop your skills and take ownership of key customer accounts  Import & Export Freight Forwarder - Requirements
  
5+ years' experience within freight forwarding, shipping, logistics, or supply chain 
Strong import and export experience, ideally with sea freight 
Good knowledge of UK and international customs procedures 
Experience with export declarations, CDS entries, Carnets, and customs documentation 
Good understanding of Incoterms and international shipping regulations 
Dangerous Goods awareness 
Experience using freight management systems; Multi Freight experience would be advantageous 
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail 
Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships with customers, carriers, agents, and suppliers 
Commercially aware with experience handling quotations, rates, and margins  Import & Export Freight Forwarder - Responsibilities
  
Manage import and export shipments from start to finish across sea, road, air, and multimodal transport 
Manage key customer accounts and build strong, long-term relationships 
Coordinate customs documentation, declarations, tariff classifications, and duty requirements 
Liaise with shipping lines, carriers, overseas agents, and customers to ensure smooth shipment movements 
Provide guidance on Incoterms, customs requirements, and international shipping regulations 
Prepare quotations, negotiate rates, and support commercial pricing decisions 
Resolve shipment delays, exceptions, disputes, and operational issues 
Maintain accurate shipment and financial records within the freight management system 
Ensure all shipments are handled efficiently, compliantly, and within agreed service levels 
Identify opportunities to improve processes, customer service, and operational performance  About Us
  
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