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Freight Forwarder

Location: Coventry (CV6)

Salary: £13.84 per hour

Shift: Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 (37.5 hours per week, subject to business needs)

Contract: Long-term, Ongoing (Potential for Permanent Placement)

We are recruiting a Freight Forwarder on behalf of our client, a global automotive company handling logistics and distribution across the UK and Europe. This role involves managing transportation, ensuring customer satisfaction, and optimising efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

* Organise transportation solutions to meet customer requirements.

* Maximise profitability while maintaining high service standards.

* Provide strong communication and excellent customer service.

* Identify new business opportunities with existing and potential customers.

* Quote prices for transport services.

* Monitor shipments, addressing any delays or issues.

* Source new carriers and maintain relationships with existing ones.

* Complete general administrative tasks and maintain KPI reports.

Requirements:

* Experience in logistics or transport.

* Knowledge of the automotive industry is advantageous but not required.

* Strong customer service and communication skills.

* Confident working with computer systems and data management.

* Ability to liaise with all levels of management, both internally and externally.

What We Offer:

* Weekly pay.

* Company pension.

* Onsite parking.

* Support from recruitment and payroll teams.

* Long-term work with a leading automotive company.

Commutable from: Bedworth, Birmingham, Daventry, Hinckley, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Rugby, Solihull, Southam, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick.

If you have experience in logistics or freight forwarding and are looking for a long-term opportunity, apply now with your CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps