Freight Forwarder Team Leader

<p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Job Title: Multimodal Freight Forwarding Supervisor<br />Location: Southampton (SO15)<br />Salary: £38,000 &#8211; £40,000 per year<br />Hours: Monday &#8211; Friday, 08:30 &#8211; 17:00</span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">About the Company:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"><br />Our client is an <strong>established, privately-owned freight forwarding group</strong> with a strong reputation in the industry. They are experiencing growth and are looking to expand their operations team, offering an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic environment.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">The Role:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"><br />We are seeking a <strong>Multimodal Freight Forwarding Supervisor</strong> to oversee and facilitate <strong>end-to-end ocean and air import movements</strong>. You will provide operational leadership and support to a <strong>small but growing team of five</strong>, ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant freight operations.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Key Responsibilities:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-bottom: 0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Manage <strong>end-to-end ocean and air import shipments</strong>, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Provide <strong>leadership and support</strong> to a small team, fostering development and performance.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Coordinate with <strong>customs, carriers, suppliers, and internal teams</strong> to resolve operational issues.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Ensure compliance with <strong>customs declarations, Incoterms, and relevant trade regulations</strong>.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Maintain accurate records, shipment documentation, and reporting for management.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Candidate Requirements:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-bottom: 0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Previous experience in <strong>freight forwarding operations</strong>, including ocean and air imports.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Knowledge of <strong>customs declarations</strong> and import compliance procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Proven ability to <strong>lead or supervise a small team</strong>.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Strong <strong>communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills</strong>.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Proficient in logistics software and Microsoft Office.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Why Join:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0cm;margin-bottom: 0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Competitive salary of £38,000 &#8211; £40,000</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Opportunity to work with a <strong>well-established, privately-owned company</strong></span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Lead and develop a small, ambitious team</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0cm;margin-top: 0cm;margin-right: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">Central Southampton location with standard office hours</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;line-height: 107%;font-size: 11pt;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">How to Apply:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif"><br />If you are a <strong>hands-on operations professional with leadership experience</strong> looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please <strong>submit your CV</strong> for consideration.</span></p> <p>WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK &amp; USA for permanent jobs.</p> <p>WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.</p> <p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC43NDY0OC4xMzAzMUB3aGl0ZXJlY3J1aXRtZW50LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif"></p> <p class="job_tags">Tagged as: air frieght, exports, imports, sea freight, team leader</p>