Freight Forwarder

Freight Forwarder (12 Month FTC)Location: ManchesterSalary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOEOur client is a specialist freight forwarding business providing UK and international logistics solutions. They are seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder to join their operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, with the potential for the role to become permanent.Job OverviewManage freight forwarding operations across import and export shipmentsCoordinate EU and sea freight movements from booking through to deliveryComplete and process customs entries using CDS/CNSLiaise with customers, carriers, and overseas agents to ensure smooth shipment progressionPrepare and maintain accurate shipping documentationMonitor shipments and provide customers with regular updatesWork closely with the wider operations team to resolve any transport or customs issuesMaintain accurate operational records using internal systems and spreadsheetsRequirementsPrevious experience within freight forwarding is essentialGood knowledge of EU and sea freight operationsImport and export customs experience, including CDS/CNS entriesKnowledge of packed and tanker movements would be advantageousExperience using Multifreight or Mintsoft would be beneficialStrong understanding of freight forwarding operations with a proactive, hands-on approachSalary & Benefits£30,000 - £35,000 DOE12-month Fixed Term Contract with the potential to become permanentMonday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:0028 days annual leave plus Bank HolidaysFull-time office-based roleOpportunity to join a supportive and growing logistics businessBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.TPBN1_UKTJ