Freight Inside Sales Executive
Your tasks
About the Role I am looking for a motivated and ambitious Junior Project Freight Coordinator to join my clients' growing Projects division. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a couple years of experience within the freight forwarding industry who is looking to develop their career in specialist project logistics.
- Obtain and negotiate rates and quotations from suppliers and freight partners.
- Prepare accurate customer quotations and pricing proposals.
- Assist with the planning and coordination of project cargo movements.
- Liaise with suppliers, carriers, agents and customers to ensure smooth execution of shipments.
- Support the management of project logistics operations from enquiry through to completion.
- Monitor shipment progress and provide regular updates to customers and stakeholders.
- Resolve operational issues and proactively identify solutions when challenges arise.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.
- Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
Requirements
Whilst previous project logistics experience would be beneficial, it is not essential. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of general freight operations and be eager to learn how to manage complex project shipments from planning through to delivery.
Essential
- 2+ years' experience within freight forwarding, logistics or supply chain operations.
- Good understanding of international freight movements across air, sea, and/or road freight.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
- Exposure to project logistics or oversized cargo movements.
- Experience preparing commercial quotations and pricing.
- Knowledge of import/export documentation and customs procedures.
Personal Attributes
- Eager to learn and develop within project logistics.
- Proactive and solution-focused approach.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
What we offer
What They Offer
- Career progression within a specialist Projects division.
- Hands-on training and development.
- Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile logistics projects.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Other
Junior Project Freight Coordinator *Location: Shepperton Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 Job Type:** Full-Time, Permanent