Trainee Freight Forwarder

Trainee Freight Forwarder

Belfast

25,000 - 30,000 + Training + Benefits + Monday to Friday

Do you have an interest in the Logistics industry? Perhaps you're looking for a change of career and want to work in a fast paced industry with long term job security and opportunities?

As a specialist Freight Forwarding business, you will be joining an experienced team of Logistics professionals who are looking to train and develop new people into the freight forwarding industry. The business operate across Ocean, Air & Road forwarding however you can expect to be working in the Ocean forwarding team, dealing with customers, organising shipments and managing imports/exports with a variety of shipping lines.

Due to the nature of the industry, customer service levels are a priority however alongside a 4 week induction (2 weeks in Belfast & 2 weeks in Dublin), you will benefit from on the job training. Learning all aspects of Freight Forwarding, you will develop skills in Customs, Pricing, Importing and Exporting whilst ensuring your customers are receiving a fully personalised service.

An interest in Logistics, a 'can-do' attitude and great customer service skills along with knowledge of Microsoft packages is essential for this role.

The Role

• Support the forwarding teams whilst increasing your skillset
• Ensuring all contracts for shipping are signed and received in a timely fashion
• Communicate with customers regarding delivery and collection requirements, via phone, email & Teams
• Managing short & deep sea imports/exports
• Monday to Friday- 9am to 5pm

The Person

• Have proficient IT skills
• Can communicate clearly and have an organised approach
• Can provide good customer service with professional telephone manner
• Is looking for a career development opportunity

What's in it for you?

• Full on the job training
• Excellent Work/Life balance
• Enhanced Pension
• Hybrid Opportunity upon completion of probationary period
• Future career development opportunities

If you wish to join a growing freight business that can offer training, development and a long term career, then click APPLY NOW!

GRN Search Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy working within the Supply Chain Industry and covers roles within: Transport & Logistics, Freight & Customs, Distribution & Storage and Procurement & Supply Chain.

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