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Multimodal Freight Operator
Job Posted: 39 minutes ago
Salary: £ 32,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Multimodal Freight Operator
Lichfield
Up to £36,000 DOE
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
A long-established freight forwarder in Lichfield is looking to add a Multimodal Freight Forwarder to their expanding team. This position has a strong ocean freight bias, but you'll also work across road and air to support the full end-to-end process. Ideal for someone confident in export operations, with import experience considered a real advantage.
What you'll be doing
Coordinate multimodal shipments with a primary focus on ocean freight-handling bookings, documentation, carrier liaison, and compliance.
Manage end-to-end export operations and support import processes when required.
Oversee key milestones from origin to final delivery, ensuring deadlines and service expectations are met across all modes.
Prepare and process Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, export declarations, and all other relevant multimodal shipping documents.
Liaise daily with carriers, hauliers, overseas agents, airlines, and customers to ensure smooth cargo flow.
Deliver excellent customer service, providing updates throughout the shipment lifecycle.
Troubleshoot delays or operational issues, maintaining strong relationships with partners and clients.
What we're looking for
Proven experience in ocean freight forwarding for a UK-based freight forwarder, with exposure to other modes (road/air).
Strong understanding of export customs processes and international shipping procedures.
Imports knowledge is beneficial but not essential.
Highly organised with the ability to juggle multiple shipments across different modes.
Comfortable using freight systems/software.
What's on offer
Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Supportive, friendly team with real progression opportunities
Long-term stability with a reputable local forwarder
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