Freight Forwarder

Are you an experienced freight forwarder ready to make an immediate impact? Our client is looking for a Freight Forwarder to join their busy Manchester team.

Location: Old Trafford, Manchester

Salary: -25,000 - -27,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

About Us:

Our client is an established freight forwarding and logistics company providing shipping, transport and forwarding services to a wide range of customers. They handle multi-modal shipments by road and sea across multiple sectors, and pride themselves on expert customer service and strong, lasting business relationships.

Freight Forwarder - The Role:

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced department where you''ll hit the ground running. With 2-5 years of freight forwarding experience at clerk, operator or coordinator level, you''ll bring the know-how to manage shipments confidently, keep customers informed and support the wider team through a busy period.

Freight Forwarder - Key Responsibilities:

- Process incoming enquiries and bookings accurately, making sure shipments are handled correctly and on time

- Coordinate road and sea forwarding shipments from booking through to delivery

- Keep customers updated on shipment progress and respond to queries promptly

- Liaise with customs staff and apply your knowledge of customs regulations and shipping procedures

- Maintain accurate documentation, records and systems

- Prioritise a varied workload and support colleagues wherever needed

Freight Forwarder - You:

- 2-5 years of freight forwarding experience at clerk, operator or coordinator level

- Confident across the Microsoft suite, particularly Outlook, Excel and Teams

- Quick to pick up new software and computer literate

- Able to work from the Manchester site full time, ideally with access to a car

- Highly organised, with a structured approach to planning and managing your day

- Calm under pressure, able to prioritise effectively and follow through

- Experienced at multi-tasking in a similar role

- A team player with a can-do attitude and a track record of pitching in to help others

- Comfortable taking ownership of decisions and working independently within agreed boundaries (desirable)

Benefits:

- Generous annual leave

- Social events

- Professional development in freight forwarding and logistics

- Supportive team environment

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