Job Description
Freight Operator - Southampton - Up to £40,000\n\nOur client are seeking a proactive and experienced Freight Forwarder to manage daily freight forwarding and customs operations, including T1 movements and bonded warehouse procedures. This role involves handling import/export shipments from initial enquiry through to invoicing, ensuring customs compliance, and supporting commercial functions such as rate building and customer quotations.\n\nWorking Hours & Benefits\n\nSalary: Up to £40,000 per annum\nWorking hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00 (with flexibility on start/finish times)\nAnnual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays\nBonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on performance\nHybrid working: Available after probation or sooner, depending on experience and performance\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nOversee end-to-end shipment coordination - including quoting, bookings, documentation, and invoicing \nManage T1 generation and bonded warehouse entries (in and out) in full compliance with HMRC regulations.\nMaintain accurate customs records and complete declarations (e.g. Home Use, CFSP) on time.\nSubmit import/export declarations via Descartes e-Customs and ASM Sequoia.\nLiaise with shipping lines, agents, and third parties to ensure operational efficiency.\nCollaborate with internal teams (e.g.
warehousing and inbound logistics) to resolve customs-related issues.\nAssist in HMRC audits, client queries, and internal bonded warehouse reconciliations.\nSupport pricing strategies and handle customer rate requests.\nBuild and maintain strong commercial relationships with customers and suppliers.\n\nRequirements\n\nSolid background in multi-modal freight forwarding for a UK based freight/logistics company (essential)\nExperience with T1 movements and bonded warehouse operations (essential)\nIn-depth knowledge of customs procedures (essential)\nDirect experience with Descartes e-Customs (preferred)\nCommercially minded with rate quoting and pricing experience (essential)\nProficiency in Excel and freight systemsWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.\n\nWR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy