Freight Coordinator
3 days ago
Oldham
Full job description Freight Operator Location: Oldham Salary: £30,000 - £37,000 DOE + Benefits About the Role Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Freight Operator to join a busy operations team in Oldham. This is an excellent opportunity for a logistics professional with experience across road, sea and air freight who enjoys managing shipments from booking through to final delivery while delivering exceptional customer service. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will liaise with customers, carriers, overseas agents and suppliers to ensure shipments are moved efficiently, compliantly and cost-effectively. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate and manage UK and international freight movements via road, sea and air., • Arrange bookings with hauliers, shipping lines, airlines and courier partners., • Monitor shipments from collection through to final delivery., • Prepare and process import and export documentation., • Liaise with customers regarding shipment updates, delays and queries., • Obtain and negotiate freight rates with carriers and suppliers., • Work closely with overseas agents and customs partners., • Ensure compliance with customs regulations and international shipping requirements., • Handle shipment tracking, problem-solving and issue resolution., • Maintain accurate records within freight management systems., • Support customers with freight quotations and transport solutions., • Deliver a high level of customer service and account management. Skills & Experience Required • Previous experience within freight forwarding, logistics or transport operations., • Strong knowledge of road, sea and air freight processes., • Understanding of import/export procedures and customs documentation., • Experience dealing with international shipments., • Excellent organisational and time management skills., • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities., • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple shipments simultaneously., • Commercial awareness and a customer-focused approach., • Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and freight management systems. What’s on Offer? • Competitive salary based on experience., • Career progression opportunities within a growing business., • Supportive and collaborative team environment., • Ongoing training and development., • Pension scheme and additional company benefits. If you have a background in freight forwarding and are looking to join a dynamic and growing logistics business, we’d love to hear from you