Freight Forwarder

Export Freight Forwarder
Location: Whiteley, Hampshire
Salary: Up to £35,000, depending on experience
Benefits: 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, bonus scheme, and more

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Export Freight Forwarder to join a growing freight forwarding team based in Whiteley, Hampshire.

This role will focus mainly on export freight operations, managing shipments from start to finish and ensuring goods move smoothly across international networks. Import experience would be an advantage, but the main requirement is a strong background in export freight forwarding.

You will be responsible for coordinating freight movements, liaising with customers, carriers, and overseas partners, and ensuring shipments are handled efficiently, accurately, and in line with all relevant procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day export freight forwarding operations
• Arrange collections, deliveries, and transport with carriers, hauliers, and partners
• Prepare and process shipping documentation, including customs-related paperwork
• Monitor shipments and provide proactive updates to customers
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, carriers, hauliers, and overseas agents
• Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally
• Ensure all shipments are handled in line with company procedures and compliance requirements
• Maintain accurate records and deliver a high level of customer service throughout

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within freight forwarding, ideally with a strong export focus
• Import experience would be an advantage
• Good understanding of export procedures and freight documentation
• Knowledge of customs processes would be beneficial
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments
• Good IT and organisational skills
• A positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to develop within a growing freight forwarding business

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