Right Now Group is working with a well-established logistics company, specialising in multimodal freight forwarding. With a prime location near London Heathrow, they efficiently manage import and export requirements, focusing on agent-to-agent business, particularly dealing with markets in the Middle East and India.
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Role Overview - Multimodal Operator:Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Multimodal Freight Operator to join their small team of four. This full-time, on-site role will focus primarily on sea freight operations (75%) with involvement in both air freight and import shipments. The successful candidate will be key in managing day-to-day freight operations, ensuring the smooth movement of goods, handling customs entries, and overseeing all relevant documentation for both import and export sea and air shipments.
Key Responsibilities - Multimodal Operator:
* Coordinate both export and import shipments via sea and air freight, ensuring timely and compliant movement of goods.
* Prepare and submit customs entries using E-customs/Descartes systems for both import and export shipments.
* Build and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, ensuring excellent service delivery.
* Manage shipment documentation from quotation through to invoicing.
* Work closely with a small team of 4 to drive operational efficiency.
* Address shipment delays and operational challenges effectively.
* Focus on export operations, particularly sea freight (75%), with involvement in air freight and import shipments.
Key Requirements - Multimodal Operator:
* Proven experience in multimodal freight operations, with a focus on both exports and imports.
* Strong sea freight knowledge (75%) and some air freight experience (25%).
* Familiarity with E-customs and Descartes systems.
* Ability to work independently within a small team environment.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Strong communication and customer service skills.
* Experience with agent-to-agent business, especially in the Middle East and India, is a plus.
* Previous experience in a similar role in a small team environment is essential.
Benefits:
* Salary between £35,000 - £40,000, depending on experience.
* 25 days of annual leave.
* Competitive benefits package.
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic, small team.
* Development opportunities within the logistics and freight forwarding industry. xxuwjjq
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