Freight Forwarder

Streamline Search are currently working with a well-established family-run International Multi-modal Freight Company currently seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to join their Wolverhampton branch.

Our client operates all modes of transportation including Road / Sea and Air freight, Projects and Logistics to niche Engineering, Pharmaceutical and Medical clients. You will be responsible for one major client, providing a 1st class service with quality being at the heart of what our client achieves.

Freight Forwarder – Position Overview

* Handling starts to finish shipments for all modes of transport or a large key account.

* Arranging import and export operations

* Arranging payment of freight

* Maintaining communication clients through all phases of shipment journey

* Liaise regularly with overseas offices partners, agents & clients.

* Liaise with warehouse dept. to ensure goods are booked into the warehouse prior to arrival.

* Prepare & provide documents to customers in accordance with the terms of shipment standard operating procedures.

* Customs clear shipments, as appropriate

Freight Forwarder – Position Requirements

* Minimum 2 years' experience in a freight forwarding position.

* Experience in all modes of Freight, Sea, Air & Road would be highly beneficial.

* Excellent IT skills to include Microsoft packages.

* Experience and knowledge of Dangerous goods would be advantageous.

* Excellent telephone manner and customer service skills are essential.

* Ability to handle pressure and good time management.

* Highly enthusiastic and self-motivated

Freight Forwarder – Position Remuneration

* Salary £28,000 – £32,000 (Dependant on experience)

* Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:00

* 28 days holiday, including bank holidays.

* Pension Scheme

* Parking on site

* Family run business, great office environment