Freight Forwarding Manager (Permanent)

Job Description

Have you got 2-3 years freight forwarding experience and are looking for a new challengeKeenan Recruitment is delighted to have been retained by a leading freight forwarding company to recruit for a permanent, experienced Freight Forwarding Manager to be based in Bangor.Our Market Leading Client specialises in providing logistical solutions for clients throughout the Northern Ireland business sector and has expertise in Worldwide import and export movements.Job Role:Freight Forwarding ManagerLocation:BangorSalary:Negotiable depending on experienceThe Role:Investigate and plan the most appropriate route for a shipment, considering the perishable or hazardous nature of goods, cost, transit time and security.Negotiate contracts, transportation, and handling costs.Obtain, check, and prepare documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with other countries regulations and fiscal regimes.Offer consolidation services by air, sea, and road, ensuring cost-effective and secure solutions to small shippers who have insufficient cargo to require their own dedicated units.Arrange insurance and assist the client in the event of a claim.Offer tailored IT solutions and electronic data interchange (EDI) connections.Arrange payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on behalf of the client.Utilise e-commerce, internet technology and satellite systems to enable real-time tracking of goods.Arrange air transport for urgent and high-value freight and managing the risk door-to-door.Act as broker in customs negotiations worldwide to guide the freight efficiently through complex procedures.Deal with special arrangements for transporting delicate cargoes, such as livestock, food, and medical supplies.Arrange courier and specialist hand-carry services.Maintain communication and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports and statistical and unit-cost analysis.Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight.Essential Criteria:Recent, proven track record of running a current road freight desk.A minimum of 2-3 years freight forwarding experience.Confident to quote customers for tailored jobs.Hold good industry knowledge.Have the capacity to work under pressure and abide by tight deadlines.Strong attention to detail.Good geographical knowledge.Excellent written and oral communication skills.High standard of IT literacy.Able to demonstrate high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.Please respectively note: We anticipate a large volume of applications and can only respond to applicants who meet the criteria. For more information on this fantastic opportunity please contact Aideen Duggan at Keenan Recruitment for a confidential chat.Keenan Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer, acting as an Employment Business on behalf of our Clients for temporary work and an Employment Agency for providing permanent employment with our Clients.Keenan Recruitment is proudly a Corporate Member of REC - 10638 (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) adhering to all current employment legislation. Required skills

Freight

Logistics

Transportation

Freight Forwarding

Keyskills :
Freight Logistics Transptation Freight Fwarding