European Freight Forwarder

Permanent in Shipping & Logistics
  • Ipswich View on Map
  • Salary: £30,000.00 - £38,000.00 / Annually

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  • Reference V/13261

Job Description

Due to high demand, we are recruiting for a fantastic company in the shipping and logistics industry in an accessible area of Ipswich.

 

The role is for a European Freight Forwarder, the role includes fantastic benefits, a great working environment and the opportunity for a great career.

 

You will be required to provide solutions and manage the logistics operations of any products moving throughout Europe.

 

Key Duties:

  • Raise customs entries and transit documents for exports.
  • Deal directly with Clients on operational needs, quotations and liaising with suppliers to deliver on services.
  • Build and maintain client relationship to continue business with customers.
  • Support customers with logistics and customs queries.
  • Internal audit checks.
  • Work with HMRC and other customs authorities.

 

Previous Skills & Experience:

  • European Operations experience.
  • Knowledge of customs process and requirements.
  • Competent in handling and submitting customs documentation, certificates and licences.
  • Knowledge of Tariffs.
  • Understanding if Inco Terms.
  • High level of customer service.
  • Good problem solving skills.

 

Benefits:

  • 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays.
  • Free optional uniform and PPE where appropriate.
  • Free car parking
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with Aviva.
  • Employee contributions pay 4%, employer contributions 3%.
  • After 12-weeks of service, Death in Service benefit, which is x2 annual salary.
  • After 6 months of service and subject to an employee successfully passing probationary period, a non-contractual and discretionary Company Performance Bonus scheme dependant on Company Performance maybe be considered.
  • After 3 years of Service, Private Medical Insurance Scheme and Cashback Plans, and, after 3 years of Service, Loyalty Bonus Scheme.

 

If you are interested in the role, please don’t hesitate to apply or get in contact.

 

(V/13261)

Time Appointments situated at 6-8 Museum Street, Ipswich, is recognised as a market leading recruitment consultancy in the East of England.

Providing quality recruitment solutions and successfully placing outstanding candidates into permanent Insurance, Sales, Office, Finance, Shipping & Logistics, Legal and IT roles since 2006.

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Time Appointments
2nd Floor
6-8 Museum Street
Ipswich, Suffolk
IP1 1HT

01473 252666

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