Trainee Freight Forwarder - TIME Appointments Ltd : Job Details

We are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established, leading transport company based in Felixstowe who are currently seeking a Trainee Freight Forwarder to join their successful team.

This client prides themselves on providing an excellent service to their customers, as well as valuing their employee’s growth and successes, offering a competitive salary alongside a great benefits package!

Key Responsibilities:

• Look after day-to-day haulage operations.
• Responsible for sending bookings.
• Build strong working relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Negotiating costs.
• Transport planning across the UK and Northern Ireland.
• Become knowledgeable in the UK haulage market. i.e. trailer types used, pricing and locations across the UK.

Previous Skills & Experience:

• Excellent communication skills, strong phone manner and customer service.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the logistics industry.
• Enthusiastic attitude to be welcomed into a fast-paced operations environment.
• Self-motivated and goal oriented.