Freight Forwarding & Inside Sales Executive
* Location: Felixstowe
* Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum + 10% performance bonus
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
* Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Join a leading international logistics provider as a Freight Forwarding & Inside Sales Executive. This role offers a unique blend of operational freight forwarding and inside sales responsibilities, ideal for a logistics professional who thrives in a dynamic, dual-role environment focused on client engagement and commercial development.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Oversee and manage end-to-end freight forwarding operations across air, sea, and road transport.
* Liaise with carriers, customs, and internal teams to ensure efficient and compliant shipment handling.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of service and satisfaction.
* Respond to inbound sales enquiries and proactively identify new business opportunities.
* Prepare quotations, negotiate rates, and support the external sales team with commercial activities.
* Maintain accurate records using CRM systems and contribute to regular reporting.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
1. Demonstrable experience in freight forwarding operatio...