Freight Forwarder

Are you ready to join a bustling Logistics company, well-established and conveniently located near Heathrow. They manage everything from air cargo to international logistics. They currently are recruiting for a Freight Forwarder to keep their operations running smoothly.    Role and Responsilbilities  Handling of enquires, discussing requirements & working on Air, Road & Sea freight quotes. Liaising with Air, Sea and Road carriers regarding routes, schedules, and rates Booking cargo space with air, sea, and road carriers/couriers Preparing all shipping documentations to meet carriage requirements, legislation and ISO          requirements using Boxtop software Building freight jobs in Boxtop Processing customs declarations using Descartes. Screening of Freight material (once trained - provided by the company) Daily communication with customers, suppliers, third parties, subcontractors, network offices and crew regarding the details of the movements Keeping file administration up to date including processing of sales & suppliers invoicing, credit notes etc. Preparing docs and processing Dangerous Goods shipments following IATA DG rules and regulations. (DG training to be provided if required) Multi role office and warehouse based Essential Experience  Experience within a cargo department  High level of attention to detail  Knowledge of CDS/ CHIEF, CCS UK, airline sheds  Knowledge of ETSF warehouse and ETSF import clearances desired, however training can be   provided.  A professional individual with strong communication, presentation and numerical skills  An individual with a genuine desire to grow their skillset with a can-do approach to all tasks set  Work Hours: Monday to Friday – 09:00-17:30 Salary: £30K-£35K, based on your expertise Apply now or call Ashleigh at Pertemps Heathrow on (phone number removed)