Trainee Freight Planner

Trainee Freight Planner, Bedford

Package: £25k - 26k per year + excellent benefits + career development. Extensive training and development opportunities, working from the prestigious Bedford site.

Hours:

Monday to Friday 8:00-4:30 (some flexibility may be available).

Location: Bedford.

Role Overview: Our client, a leading UK distribution company, is expanding its freight division. We are seeking a Trainee Freight Planner to join their team in Bedford, supporting order execution across air, sea and road routes to Australia, New Zealand and Japan.

• Execute orders via air, sea and road, ensuring timely, cost‑effective processing for international destinations.
• Maintain professional collaboration and lead by example, building strong relationships with clients and transport partners.
• Support departments to resolve queries, provide feedback, participate in meetings, cover teammates' absences and source rates.
• Co‑operate with UK and EU entities to ensure accurate order processing, job authorisation, document upload and tariff utilisation.
• Maintain high accuracy, attention to detail and compliance with processes.
• Participate in operational reviews, follow‑up actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain files and records within the network, ensuring updates are communicated and compliance upheld.
• Review shipment requirements for EU/UK customs clearance and advise clients and team members.

• Experience in transport, logistics or freight operations.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Good understanding of commercial activities.
• Excellent communicator at all levels, leading by example.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.

Reference: JS‑TFP‑MK.