Job Description
Freight Forwarder - Ipswich - Up to £27,000
The Freight Forwarder will support the business in coordinating and managing shipments across road, sea, and air. This role is ideal for someone looking to continue a career in forwarding with a respectable forwarder, gaining hands-on experience in operations, customer service, and international freight movements.
Job type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with the coordination of freight movements by road, sea, and air.
* Support the business with day-to-day shipment operations.
* Prepare and process shipping documentation, including invoices, packing lists, customs paperwork, and transport instructions.
* Liaise with customers, carriers, hauliers, shipping lines, and overseas agents.
* Track shipments and provide status updates to customers.
* Ensure all jobs are completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.
* Support customs clearance processes where required.
* Resolve basic operational issues and escalate more complex problems when necessary.
* Ensure compliance with company procedures, industry regulations, and health & safety requirements.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
* Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office..
* Professional, reliable, and customer-focused approach.
Experience & Qualifications
* Previous experience with a UK based freight forwarder covering Air/Sea and/or Road freight
* Right to Work in UK - No sponsorship on offer
* Experience in customs entries
* Knowledge of Incoterms, customs processes, or international shipping.
* Logistics or supply chain qualification (or working towards one).
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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