We are recruiting an experienced Freight Forwarder for our client in Lichfield, Staffs, WS13.
This is a permanent role working with one of the transport industry's most well-known brands.
This is a mixed role that involves elements of transport operations and business development.
Salary: £37,500pa + bonus opportunity
Hours of work: 40 hours pw (days) - actual hours to be discussed at interview
Days of work: Monday to Friday
The Role:
Coordinating shipments both in the UK and EU Working with the existing client base and exploring new business opportunities Invoicing and pricing Customs entries for overseas shipments Quotes, costing, booking, and shipping Tracking shipments from collection to delivery Finding solutions to customer requirements Responding to internal and external emails Dealing with internal and external stakeholders including sub-contract hauliers and other transport providers
Required:
Experience in the freight forwarding industry (or similar) 2 years transport industry experience (preferred) - ideally in road transport Strong organisational and problem-solving skills A collaborative approach with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure both import and export of goods Knowledge of customs requirements, processes, and procedures Operational and sales (business development) experience is an advantage Groupage experience (desirable)
Rapier Employment has been established in the UK for over 35 years, specialising in supplying temporary and permanent workers into the Commercial, Production, and Logistics sector.
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Salary: £37,500pa + bonus opportunity
Hours of work: 40 hours pw (days) - actual hours to be discussed at interview
Days of work: Monday to Friday
The Role:
Coordinating shipments both in the UK and EU Working with the existing client base and exploring new business opportunities Invoicing and pricing Customs entries for overseas shipments Quotes, costing, booking, and shipping Tracking shipments from collection to delivery Finding solutions to customer requirements Responding to internal and external emails Dealing with internal and external stakeholders including sub-contract hauliers and other transport providers
Required:
Experience in the freight forwarding industry (or similar) 2 years transport industry experience (preferred) - ideally in road transport Strong organisational and problem-solving skills A collaborative approach with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure both import and export of goods Knowledge of customs requirements, processes, and procedures Operational and sales (business development) experience is an advantage Groupage experience (desirable)
Rapier Employment has been established in the UK for over 35 years, specialising in supplying temporary and permanent workers into the Commercial, Production, and Logistics sector.
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