Ocean Freight Forwarder

Job Description

This is a full time, perm position with a leading and expanding Logistics service provider based in North Dublin. This role offers further career development

Global Logistics provider in Dublin North are seeking applications for a UK/European Freight Forwarding / Transport organiser to assist in road freight (FTL and LTL) and short sea container freight - import and export.

This role will manage and coordinate all forwarding activities for key corporate accounts.

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Take care of existing clients needs by road and container in and out of Europe.
• Ensure that all transactions are processed timely and accurately in line with company procedures and expectations.
• Manage hours and holidays to ensure adequate cover in place when required.
• Comply fully with legislation and industry norms.
• Ensure full compliance with company health and safety policy.
• Foster excellent relationships and services with European agents.
• Maintain and improve existing CRM practices.
• Ensure all agents operate in line with company agreements for service levels and pricing.
• Attend occasional meetings to review supplier performance and pricing.
• Engage with suppliers, where required, to secure prices or services.
• Review new agent opportunities and make recommendations to the senior management team.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Supply Chain Management/Transport/freight forwarding experience is an advantage.
• 3rd Level Degree in Transport & Logistics, Business Degree or Industrial Equivalent an advantage but not essential.
• Full comprehension of the English language - both written and spoken along with another European language is desirable but not essential.
• Proven record in Team environment with a demonstrated ability to lead an motivate.
• Ability to operate fluidly and adapt swiftly in a fast paced and often changeable environment.
• Proven capacity to adopt and promote a teamwork style within departments and across an Organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in relationship management and strong commercial awareness.
• Dynamic & dedicated with proven levels of high conformance & performance.
• Computer Literate

Morgan McKinley is acting as an Employment Agency and references to pay rates are indicative.

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