Trainee Freight Forwarder

Our client, a premier establishment that offers quality freight forwarding services, as well as an extensive array of logistics solutions that cater to a diverse range of industries, are looking to recruit a Trainee Freight Forwarder to join their team based at offices in the Birmingham area.

On Offer:

• The opportunity to join a reputable multi-modal freight forwarding company with global offices and great potential for future growth
• Genuine opportunities for career growth and upskilling
• Competitive salary, in line with skills and experience

Duties and Responsibilities of the Trainee Freight Forwarder:

• Assist with operations across all freight forwarding import and export requirements
• Daily liaison with global office, airlines, shipping lines and hauliers in relation to the import and export co-ordination of shipments
• Providing customers with quotations
• Creating new bookings and maintain all specific programs
• Check documentation entries
• Prepare and transmit customs entries
• Track customer shipments, send arrival notices and accurately update all schedules.

To Be Considered:

• A keen interest in pursuing a career within the Supply Chain & Logistics industry
• Experience of working within International logistics or freight forwarding or customs clearance
• Excellent communication skills

• Able to work on own initiative or as part of a tea
• IT proficient

For more details, please contact Willis Global a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain and Logistics industry