Details:
- Salary: £25,000 - 27,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Manchester Greater Manchester
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Junior Freight Forwarder
Location: Manchester
Salary: Up to £27,000
Hours: Monday - Friday (Full-time)
The Opportunity
We're working with a well-established and respected freight forwarder based in Manchester, offering an exciting opportunity for a Junior Freight Forwarder to join their growing team.
This is an ideal role for someone looking to build a long-term career in freight forwarding, with full training provided in air freight operations. You'll be supported by an experienced team and given the opportunity to develop your knowledge across international logistics.
The Role
As a Junior Freight Forwarder, you'll support the day-to-day coordination of air freight shipments while learning the full end-to-end forwarding process.
Key responsibilities will include:
Assisting with air freight bookings and shipment coordination
Liaising with airlines, agents, and customers
Supporting with shipping documentation and customs processes
Tracking shipments and providing updates to clients
Learning to cost jobs and raise invoices
Supporting the wider operations team as required
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or a related sector, OR a relevant graduate
Strong interest in building a career within freight forwarding
Good communication and organisational skills
High attention to detail
A proactive and willing-to-learn attitude
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
What's on Offer
Salary up to £27,000
Full training in air freight
Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
Supportive and experienced team environmentWR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.
WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy