Freight Import Specialist

1 day ago


Castle Donington, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Tall Grass Recruitment Full time
Job Title: Freight Import Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Freight Import Specialist to join our team. As an import specialist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day servicing of client nominations, ensuring that procedures are followed and profits are maximised.

About the Role:
The successful candidate will be accountable to the Branch Manager for the development of trade with existing clients, handling operations from start to finish, and maintaining service expectations of key accounts.

Main Responsibilities:
  • · Seek and develop new opportunities from existing business.
    · Identify and monitor key performance indicators for all client activity, maximising profit where possible.
    · Maintain and monitor service expectations of existing and key accounts.
    · Support external sales force and handle quotation process.
    · Manage business from inception to completion.
    · Select appropriate suppliers to maximise freight profits.
    · Manage your own time to best efficiency for the business.
    · Integrate and co-ordinate new business into our service network.

Salary and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will also have access to a range of benefits, including a comprehensive training programme and opportunities for career progression.

About Us:
Tallgrass Recruitment is proud to be working with one of the world's largest employee-owned logistics organisations, who are a multiple award-winning company with over 25 years of experience. With over 40 offices worldwide, we are well-positioned to provide our clients with a global reach and expertise.

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