Freight Operator

Position: Freight Operator
Location: Southampton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (APPROX)
Salary: up to -33,000 (DEO)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Forwarder to join a well-established team in Southampton. Our client specialises in International Freight Management, including movements by air, sea and road. This role would suit a candidate who is passionate about logistics and enjoys working in a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Freight Forwarding operations, with experience dealing with either sea, road or air freight, imports/exports and customs clearance procedures.

Your key responsibilities as a Freight Operator:

• Complete start-to-finish consignments by sea, air and road freight
• Building strong working relationships with clients/shipping lines & agents, good negotiation skills, and attention to detail are essential for this role.
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Track and update delivery statuses in the company''s system and provide regular updates to clients
• Completion of customs procedures
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and trade compliance laws
• Must have experience working with a UK Based freight forwarder

Benefits:

• Salary up to -33,000 (DEO)
• 28 days holiday
• Company pension contribution
• Free Onsite parking
• The opportunity to learn and grow in different modes of freight

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

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