Freight Forwarder

About the Role

This permanent full-time position as a Freight Forwarder is based in Warrington, offering an annual salary between £30,000 and £35,000 depending on experience. The working schedule is Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The successful candidate will join a nationwide leader with multiple international offices, tasked with managing shipments both domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipment activities across air, sea, and road.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers to maintain seamless logistics operations.
• Compile and manage all shipping and customs-related documentation.
• Ensure strict adherence to current import and export laws and customs regulations.
• Obtain and negotiate freight quotes, providing competitive pricing to customers.
• Resolve shipping issues or delays promptly and effectively.
• Arrange collections, deliveries, and onward logistics processes.
• Handle customs clearance in partnership with relevant internal teams.
• Generate invoices and document all applicable charges accurately.
• Maintain precise records and update internal logistics systems.
• Develop and sustain robust relationships with clients and suppliers.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrable prior experience in freight forwarding is required.
• Proven expertise in managing cross-trade shipments within the European Union.
• Experience collaborating with UK and EU-based clients.
• Familiarity and experience with handling ADR-classified goods.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Self-driven and able to operate independently using initiative.