Freight Sales Co-ordinator

DCT Recruitment ltd are looking for a permanent Freight Sales Coordinator to join our very successful client. This is to work side-by-side with the Commercial Director. This is a full-time position based on an average of 40 hour working predominantly 5 days out of 7, 8.30am – 5pm (shift patterns may vary depending on business needs).

As the Freight Sales Coordinator you will be responsible for:
• Liaising with carriers, reviewing market trends and rates.
• Research and develop new UK and international sales opportunities.
• Maximise sales opportunities between our existing customers for all modes of transport; air, ocean and road.
• Communicate with customers to build relationships and understand the business needs and requirements.
• Review emails with sales quotes, FCL, LCL, Road & Air
• Work closely with the ops team to ensure the customer service experience is maintained.
• Maintain Systems & CRM
• Attend Networking events

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £32k-35k with opportunity grow with the company.
• Access to an on-site gym.
• An additional 5-day holiday per annum.
• Free parking.
• Strong community presence. Working with Charities on different events

Skills:

• 2 years’ experience as a Freight Forwarding Sales.
• Experience with data freight or model trans is desired.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivational attitude to make positive and constructive input to the team.