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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented freight professional to join our client’s expanding logistics division. This role will see you managing both air and sea freight operations from start to finish, ensuring exceptional service to customers worldwide while contributing to the ongoing growth of their in-house forwarding capability.
What you’ll be doing:
Overseeing the full process for global import and export shipments by air and sea
Preparing and issuing all freight documentation, including MAWB and HAWB
Negotiating competitive rates with carriers and third-party providers
Producing accurate freight quotes for customer enquiries
Scheduling collections and final deliveries to meet strict deadlines
Managing all customs documentation, compliance checks, and shipment tracking
Liaising with customers, shipping lines, and overseas agents to ensure seamless delivery
Handling all stages of export jobs from start to finish
Maintaining precise job records within the in-house system
Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and suppliers
Providing clients with shipment updates and proof of export/import paperwork
Supporting import processes when required
Working closely with the sales and operations teams to coordinate daily activities
Delivering general administrative support to the wider team
Answering and directing calls in a professional manner
What we’re looking for:
At least 2 years’ experience in a multimodal freight forwarding role (air & sea, import & export)
Sound knowledge of customs procedures and international shipping legislation
Confident communicator and skilled negotiator
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
Previous exposure to both operations and business development is beneficial
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Familiarity with ASM Sequoia and CDS systems would be advantageous
Please note:
As you can appreciate we are currently overwhelmed with applications of individuals looking for both short term and permanent work and we can therefore only contact those applications that have relevant skills for positions that we currently have available. Should you not hear from us within a week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
In line with GDPR regulations, we are making you aware that to proceed with your application we will need to contact you via email, telephone and/or text message. To receive future job alerts from us, you will be required to provide consent within our marketing preference options. The link will be provided in an email to you. Source4 are an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to attend a full registration with one of our Consultants which will involve you providing a current passport, any relevant visas, a proof of address and completing relevant tests and a full competency based interview.
