Operations Specialist

Multimodal Freight Operator

Salary:
Up to £40,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Freight Forwarder looking to join a growing international logistics business where no two days are the same?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established multimodal freight operator with an excellent reputation for delivering tailored logistics solutions across global markets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team that genuinely invests in its people and offers exposure to international travel and career development.

• Salary up to £40,000, depending on experience.
• 28 days' holiday.
• Free on-site parking.
• International travel opportunities, including industry exhibitions and visits to overseas partners.
• Join a financially stable, growing freight forwarding business with a strong history.
• Supportive management team with genuine opportunities for career progression.
• A varied role where you'll build relationships across international markets rather than being confined to a purely operational desk.

You'll be responsible for managing both import and export shipments, with a particular focus on air and road freight. Working closely with customers, overseas partners, airlines, hauliers and customs authorities, you'll ensure shipments move efficiently from origin to destination while providing outstanding customer service.

• Manage end-to-end import and export shipments.
• Coordinate air and road freight movements from booking through to final delivery.
• Liaise with customers, overseas agents and transport providers.
• Arrange customs clearances and ensure compliance with current regulations.
• Provide shipment updates and resolve any operational issues proactively.
• Negotiate rates and support quotation requests where required.
• Build strong relationships with international partners and customers.

• Previous experience within freight forwarding is essential.
• Good knowledge of import and export operations.
• Experience handling air freight is highly desirable, with road freight knowledge also preferred.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• A willingness to travel internationally several times a year, including visits to the USA and overseas freight forwarding exhibitions.
• French or Spanish language skills would be a distinct advantage, although not essential.

If you're looking for your next challenge within freight forwarding and would like to work for an ambitious business with an international outlook, we'd love to hear from you.