Air Freight Operator

Air Freight Operator
Manchester | Up to £38,000 DOE

Are you an experienced Air Freight Operator looking to join a growing freight forwarding business where your experience is valued and your career can genuinely progress?

We're working with a well-established, privately owned logistics provider with an excellent reputation for customer service, operational excellence and investing in its people. Due to continued growth, they're looking to add an experienced Air Freight Operator to their Manchester team.

You'll take ownership of air freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring every movement is handled efficiently, compliantly and with exceptional customer service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing import, export and cross-trade air freight shipments
• Booking cargo with airlines and overseas partners
• Customs clearance and shipping documentation
• Liaising with customers, carriers and overseas agents
• Providing quotations and following up on opportunities
• Costing, invoicing and maintaining accurate shipment records
• Building strong customer relationships and identifying opportunities for account growth

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous end-to-end Air Freight forwarding experience
• Good knowledge of import and export operations
• Customs clearance experience (CDS knowledge advantageous)
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Experience using CargoWise would be beneficial

• Salary up to £38,000 depending on experience
• Stable, growing freight forwarding business
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Long-term career with a business that promotes from within

If you're an experienced Air Freight professional looking for your next challenge in Manchester, we'd love to hear from you.

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy