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Freight Operator - Southampton - Up to £40,000

Our client are seeking a proactive and experienced Freight Forwarder to manage daily freight forwarding and customs operations, including T1 movements and bonded warehouse procedures. This role involves handling import/export shipments from initial enquiry through to invoicing, ensuring customs compliance, and supporting commercial functions such as rate building and customer quotations.

Working Hours & Benefits

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00 (with flexibility on start/finish times)
Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on performance
Hybrid working: Available after probation or sooner, depending on experience and performance

Key Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end shipment coordination - including quoting, bookings, documentation, and invoicing
Manage T1 generation and bonded warehouse entries (in and out) in full compliance with HMRC regulations.
Maintain accurate customs records and complete declarations (e.g. Home Use, CFSP) on time.
Submit import/export declarations via Descartes e-Customs and ASM Sequoia.
Liaise with shipping lines, agents, and third parties to ensure operational efficiency.
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. warehousing and inbound logistics) to resolve customs-related issues.
Assist in HMRC audits, client queries, and internal bonded warehouse reconciliations.
Support pricing strategies and handle customer rate requests.
Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with customers and suppliers.

Requirements

Solid background in multi-modal freight forwarding for a UK based freight/logistics company (essential)
Experience with T1 movements and bonded warehouse operations (essential)
In-depth knowledge of customs procedures (essential)
Direct experience with Descartes e-Customs (preferred)
Commercially minded with rate quoting and pricing experience (essential)
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