At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate deliveries and solve operational challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Established trading business in Liverpool with a dynamic culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Opportunity to manage key accounts and develop problem-solving skills.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in supply chain and logistics while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in freight forwarding and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 41000 - 41000 £ per year.
We're looking for a couple of Freight Forwarders to work in a fast-paced, long-standing trading business. This is a varied, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in coordinating deliveries, solving operational challenges, and ensuring goods move efficiently across the UK.
The Role
- You'll be responsible for coordinating the movement of goods from planning through to delivery, ensuring operations run smoothly and customers receive an excellent service.
- Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating collections and deliveries across the UK
- Managing shipments from start to finish, ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full
- Monitoring transport activity and resolving any operational issues that arise
- Building strong relationships with suppliers, transport providers, customers and internal teams
- Scheduling deliveries while balancing changing priorities
- Maintaining accurate records using internal business systems
- Communicating effectively with stakeholders to keep operations running efficiently
- Supporting continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working
- As your experience grows, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of key accounts, projects and operational areas, giving you exposure to both the operational and commercial side of the business.
About You
- We're looking for someone who is motivated, organised and enjoys working in a fast-moving environment.
- Essential
- Experience within a freight forwarding role with some knowledge on customs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Desirable
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems
- Experience working in a commercial or fast-paced environment
What You'll Gain
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop practical experience across supply chain and logistics while gaining valuable commercial awareness. You'll work closely with colleagues across different functions, develop your problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, and gain exposure to the day-to-day operation of a busy supply chain.
Freight Forwarder employer: Zachary Daniels
Join a dynamic and established trading business in Liverpool as a Freight Forwarder, where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork and innovation. With hybrid working options and a commitment to employee development, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills while contributing to efficient logistics operations. Our supportive culture encourages continuous improvement and offers opportunities for career growth, making it an ideal place for motivated individuals seeking meaningful employment.
