Senior Freight Forwarder

Senior Freight Forwarder

Full-Time 35000 - 45000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Michael Page

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage road freight shipments and ensure efficient cargo movement across networks.
  • Company: A reputable logistics and freight forwarding business with a focus on customer service.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and supportive team.
  • Why this job: Join a growing team and make an impact in the logistics industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in freight forwarding and strong relationship-building skills.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 Β£ per year.

A growing freight forwarding business is seeking a Senior Freight Forwarder (Road Freight) to join its Ipswich team.

The role focuses on managing UK and European general cargo movements, delivering excellent customer service, and driving operational efficiency.

Client Details Our client is a well-established and growing logistics and freight forwarding business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality transport solutions across the UK and Europe.

Operating within the general cargo market, the business prides itself on providing exceptional customer service, operational excellence and tailored supply chain solutions to a diverse customer base.

Following continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Freight Forwarder (Road Freight) to join their Ipswich office.

Description The Senior Freight Forwarder will take ownership of managing road freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective movement of general cargo across domestic and international networks.

Key responsibilities include: Managing full-cycle road freight operations for UK and European general cargo movements.

Planning and coordinating FTL and LTL shipments.

Building strong relationships with customers, carriers and subcontractors.

Negotiating rates and securing transport capacity.

Monitoring ship...

Michael Page

Contact Details:

Michael Page Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Freight Forwarder

Road Freight Management
Customer Service Excellence
Operational Efficiency
Full-Cycle Freight Operations
FTL and LTL Shipment Planning
Relationship Building
Negotiation Skills