About the Role
<h1><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Sales & Operations Agent – Air Freight</span></strong></h1>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px"><strong>Manchester Airport Area | Full Time | £32,000 + Benefits</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">We’re currently recruiting on behalf of a growing and well-established logistics business for a Sales & Operations Agent to join their Manchester-based team.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">This is an excellent opportunity for someone with air freight or logistics experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where no two days are the same. The business has an excellent reputation within the international freight sector and continues to invest in its people, technology, and operational capabilities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Based close to Manchester Airport, this role combines both commercial and operational responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building customer relationships while also being hands-on with day-to-day freight operations.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">What’s on Offer</span></strong></h2>
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<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">£32,000 Competitive salary package</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Company pension scheme</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Excellent opportunities for career progression and development</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Supportive team environment</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Exposure to international logistics operations</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious freight business</span></li>
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<h2><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">The Role</span></strong></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">As Sales & Operations Agent, you’ll work closely with customers, airlines, suppliers, and internal teams to coordinate air freight shipments from quotation through to final delivery.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">You’ll play a key role in ensuring shipments move efficiently while delivering high levels of customer service and operational accuracy.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">This is a varied position offering exposure to both sales and operations within an international logistics environment.</span></p>
<h2><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></h2>
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<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Respond to customer quote requests and pricing enquiries</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Liaise with airlines, suppliers, and overseas partners to secure competitive rates</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Manage bookings and coordinate freight movements</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Prepare and process operational documentation accurately</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Support import and export air freight operations</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Build and maintain strong customer relationships</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Ensure shipments are handled efficiently and compliantly</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Provide proactive updates and support to customers throughout the shipment process</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Work collaboratively with operations and commercial teams to deliver excellent service levels</span></li>
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<h2><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">What We’re Looking For</span></strong></h2>
<h3><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Experience & Knowledge</span></strong></h3>
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<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Previous experience within air freight, freight forwarding, or logistics operations</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Exposure to import/export procedures and shipment coordination</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Sales or customer-facing experience within the cargo or logistics sector</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Understanding of airline bookings and freight documentation would be advantageous</span></li>
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<h3><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Skills & Attributes</span></strong></h3>
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<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Strong communication and customer service skills</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">IT literate and confident using operational systems</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Commercially aware with a proactive mindset</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Team player with a positive and flexible approach</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Calibri;font-size: 14px">Ability to work efficiently in a fast-moving operational environment</span></li>
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<p>WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.</p>
<p>WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.</p>
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