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Trainee Freight Operations Coordinator
Location: Manchester, Wythenshawe
Salary: £26,500 per annum + Quarterly Bonus incentive
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time
Are you looking to start or develop your career within the logistics and freight forwarding industry?
We are recruiting for an exciting entry-level opportunity with a well-established and growing international logistics business. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in freight forwarding, supply chain, or transport operations.
No direct industry experience is required, although any previous knowledge or exposure to logistics, shipping, transport, or freight forwarding would be highly advantageous.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive business that will provide training, development, and genuine career progression.
The Role
Working within a busy operations team, you will support the movement of customer shipments from booking through to completion, ensuring a high level of service throughout.
Duties will include:
Delivering excellent customer service to clients and partners
Managing shipment files from start to finish
Processing invoices and costs accurately and on time
Supporting existing customer accounts and maintaining service levels
Liaising with carriers, suppliers, and service providers
Selecting suitable transport and logistics solutions to meet customer needs
Identifying opportunities to grow existing customer relationships
Assisting with profit growth through effective commercial support
Ensuring company procedures and service standards are followed at all times
Supporting the wider team with day-to-day operational tasks
What We're Looking For
Strong communication skills and a professional manner
Positive, proactive, can-do attitude
Good organisation and time management skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Confidence dealing with customers and suppliers
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Motivated to learn and develop a career in logistics
IT literate with basic Microsoft Office skills
What's on Offer
£26,500 starting salary
Full training provided
Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunity to join a respected and growing international 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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