Freight Forwarder - Hesketh Bank, United Kingdom - Reed Procurement & Supply Chain

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Reed are currently seeking a Freight Forwarder to join one of our clients based in Preston for a permanent contract.

Ensure the daily plan is completed in real time, managing resources effectively and maximising utilisation.

Understand and be able to achieve key performance targets.
Create collection plans to inform suppliers of loading requirements.
Manage new and existing customer accounts.
Be responsible for increasing profitability, customer service and developing existing and new relationships with customers, suppliers and subcontractors.
Support the business development and growth.

  • Experience in planning and managing a high volume of customers in the general haulage/contract logistics sector.

Previous experience in working within the logistics sector and must be experienced in providing transport quotes and negotiating costs with carriers.

Thorough attention to detail and organisation skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines.

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