At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage transport orders across air, sea, and road for international clients.
- Company: Join a leading UK distribution company with a strong focus on growth.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £25-26k, excellent benefits, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in logistics with hands-on training and real-world impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport/logistics and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25500 - 25500 £ per year.
Reactive Recruitment are proud to be working with one of the UK’s leading distribution companies. Due to expansion, their specialist freight division are looking for a Trainee Freight Planner to join their team based in Bedford.
Trainee Freight Planner package/hours:
- A good starting salary of around £25-26,000pa
- Excellent benefits package
- Fantastic training, development and career prospects
- Working from their prestigious Bedford site Monday to Friday 8-4:30 (some flexibility may be available on these hours)
The role:
- Execute orders by all modes of transport (Air, Sea and Road) ensuring orders are processed in a timely and cost effective manner – largely focusing on Australia, New Zealand and Japan
- Conduct themselves in a professional and collaborative manner promoting good working practices and leading by example
- Build excellent working relationships with clients and transport partners
- Support all departments when required to resolve queries, provide informed feedback, participate in calls/meetings, cover teammates absence, source rates etc.
- Work collaboratively with all entities across our UK and EU locations
- Ensure all activity within order processing, job authorisation, document upload, use of pre-entered client and carrier tariffs, rate shopping etc., is processed correctly with consistently high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Work independently and as part of a team to build a positive working atmosphere and to achieve successful results
- Participate in and support regular operational reviews ensuring follow up of actions and continuous improvement
- Maintain files and records within the network ensuring good communication of updates and compliance to processes
- Review shipment requirements when EU/UK Customs clearance is required and provide guidance to clients and team members when required
The person:
- Experience within transport/logistics/freight required
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- PC literate in Microsoft applications
- Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Good presentation and communication skills
- Good understanding of commercial activities
- Excellent communicator at all levels and leads by example
- Good level of literacy and numeracy
We look forward to receiving your application.
Trainee Freight Planner in Bourne End employer: Reactive Permanent Recruitment
As a Trainee Freight Planner at one of the UK's leading distribution companies in Bedford, you will benefit from a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package, all while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. The company prioritises employee growth through fantastic training and development opportunities, ensuring that you can build a rewarding career in the logistics sector. With a focus on teamwork and professional conduct, this role offers a unique chance to engage with international clients and contribute to continuous improvement within the freight division.
Contact Details:
Reactive Permanent Recruitment Recruitment Team
