V3 are currently recruiting for a Portsmouth Based Logistics company. If you are an experienced Freight Forwarder then please get in touch!

Job Scope

We are looking for an Experienced Operations Clerk to join our team.

This position will offer an opportunity to increase your experience and progress your career within the freight industry.

A minimum of 2 years' experience within the freight forwarding/operational industry is preferred.
This role is office based and would require an initial focus on handling of road freight shipments from end to end.

You will also be involved in commercial activities such as quoting and following up with clients. The expectation will be to always provide a personal and professional service. This will include import, export, domestic and Intra-European forwarding.

Air & Sea forwarding experience would also be an advantage but not essential.

Main Responsibilities

·Obtain quotes from Partners and provide quotes to customers
·End to End operation of shipments - from receipt of order to loading, customs delivery and processing POD
·Liaising with suppliers/customers
·Processing Orders from customers, ensuring all correct paperwork is present
·Customs requests from our in-house team as well as third parties
·Ensuring records in relation to deliveries and customs are kept up to date
·Support in providing an excellent and safe working environment. Keeping all data accurate and compliant in line with company guidelines.

Personal Requirements
·Excellent organisational skills
·Excellent written and verbal skills
·Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
·Be observant & a strong listener
·Must be hard working with a positive attitude.
·Strong time management techniques to balance priorities effectively is essential.
·Desire to develop within the role to learn all aspects of customs and freight forwarding
Experience Requirements
·Minimum of 2 Years Freight Forwarding Experience in Road Freight essential.
·Knowledge of Import and or Export procedures.
·Understanding of custom clearance
·The ability to build and maintain good working relationships with customers and suppliers.
·Ability to work under pressure & react quickly to customer requirements
·Proven work record of delivering high customer service
·Previously worked to tight deadlines

Permanent Role
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm
£25,000 - £27,000 per annum