Freight Forwarder - Rapier : Job Details

We are recruiting an experienced Freight Forwarder for our client in Lichfield, Staffs, WS13This is a permanent role working with one of the transport industry's most well known brands.This is a mixed role that involves elements of transport operations and business developmentSalary:£37,500pa + bonus opportunityHours of work:40 hours pw (days) - actual hours to be discussed at interviewDays of work:Monday to FridayThe Role:

• Coordinating shipments both in UK and EU
• Working is existing client base and exploring new business opportunities
• Invoicing and pricing
• Customs entries for overseas shipments
• Quotes, costing, booking and shipping
• Tracking shipments from collection to delivery
• Finding solutions to customer requirements
• Responding to internal and external emails
• Dealing with internal and external stakeholders including sub-contract hauliers and other transport providers

Required:

• Experience in the freight forwarding industry (or similar)
• 2 years transport industry experience (preferred) - ideally in road transport
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills
• A collaborative approach with both internal and external stakeholder to ensure both import and export of goods
• Knowledge of customs requirements, processes and procedures
• Operational and sales (business development) experience is an advantage
• Groupage experience (desirable)

Rapier Employment has been established in the UK for over 35 years, specialising in supplying temporary and permanent workers into the Commercial, Production and Logistics sector.www.rapieremployment.co.uk''