Freight Specialist

Our client, a fast growing freight forwarder is looking to hire a Freight Specialist to be based out of their office in Chelmsford, Essex.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee day-to-day freight forwarding operations, with a strong focus on deep-sea shipments
• Handle ocean, air, road, project and breakbulk freight activities
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing timely updates throughout key stages of their shipment's journey
• Negotiate transportation costs with haulage providers and arrange final delivery of goods in a timely and cost-efficient manner
• Input booking information into logistics systems, ensuring accuracy of shipment records and supporting files
• Create and issue financial documents including customer invoices and internal cost breakdowns for reporting and reconciliation
• Follow up on outstanding supplier invoices and resolve any billing discrepancies or queries

Requirements:

• 10+ years Freight Forwarding experience
• Strong knowledge across ocean, air, road, project or breakbulk freight
• Some deep sea experience is required
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills required
• Strong IT skills, ideally with some freight forwarding software experience