Trainee Freight Forwarder

Permanent in Shipping & Logistics

Jobs

  • Reference V/13118

Job Description

We are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established, leading transport company based in Felixstowe who are currently seeking a Trainee Freight Forwarder to join their successful team.

 

This client prides themselves on providing an excellent service to their customers, as well as valuing their employee’s growth and successes, offering a competitive salary alongside a great benefits package!

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Look after day-to-day haulage operations.
  • Responsible for sending bookings.
  • Build strong working relationships with clients and suppliers.
  • Negotiating costs.
  • Transport planning across the UK and Northern Ireland.
  • Become knowledgeable in the UK haulage market. i.e. trailer types used, pricing and locations across the UK.

 

Previous Skills & Experience:

  • Excellent communication skills, strong phone manner and customer service.
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the logistics industry.
  • Enthusiastic attitude to be welcomed into a fast-paced operations environment.
  • Self-motivated and goal oriented.

 

(V/13118)

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Ipswich, Suffolk
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