Freight Administrator - Bristol, United Kingdom - Plexus Freight

Plexus Freight

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Bristol, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Freight Administrator / Freight Clerk

Plexus Freight has been operating out of the Southwest since 1996 and has a long standing reputation within the logistics industry.

The business is experiencing an extended period of growth as a result of our continued business success and development of key operations.

This appointment would continue our long-term vision to make Plexus Freight one of the UK's leading freight forwarding companies. We provide a unique offering to our clients, with a sharp focus on customer experience. This has allowed us to build long standing relationships, some of them lasting more than 20 years.

We are committed to continuing to build a company ethos and culture that inspires our staff, allowing them to grow and meet their goals along the way whilst providing the best possible output to our customers.

The Role

At Plexus Freight we offer a complete logistics package to our customers including Road, Sea, Multi-Modal, Air and express freight services with a specific focus on client relationships and a work life balance for our staff.

Reporting to the directors, the role available will be for a Freight Administrator / Freight Clerk to assist the business and help run with the day-to-day freight forwarding operations.

The role is office based in Portishead, Bristol and will be office based, however there will be an opportunity to work remotely ad hoc when training is complete and probation in successfully completed.

This role is available starting from early Jan 2024

A competitive salary of between £24,000 to £28,000pa, dependent upon experience, is available and the chance to join a friendly and sociable team.

The role currently will involve but is not limited to:

Responding to quote requests in a timely manner
Processing and costing quotes
Maintaining and managing freight software and CRM
Supporting the freight account managers in their day to day work
Plan transports, owing the whole process from quoting through to delivery
Processing customs entries and handling entries from start to finish (training provided)
Answering incoming calls and taking messages for the relevant team members

Key Requirements

Positive and problem solving approach to work
A drive and enthusiasm to make a difference and grow within the business
Experience using shipping software or similar CRM
Experience in transport related activities or Freight Forwarding is essential.
Be able to learn new IT systems quickly and accurately.
Be a team player that is focused on delivering the best possible customer experience whilst supporting team members.
UK National or right to work in the UK essential, no visa can be offered.
Ability to work in a fastpaced industry and enjoy a challenge Ability to flourish in a role where no two days being the same.

About the Benefits:

Competitive salary of between £24,000 to £28,000pa, dependent upon experience
37 hours per week Monday to Friday
Free Parking
Full training offered
Marina office location in plush serviced offices
Company pension
22 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
Joining a new team within a stable and secure business with over 26 years of history
New break our area with gym area, pool / air hockey and table tennis available
Working for a business that champions a work life balance.

Upon completing of probation company benefits such as a wellness package will be made available, also with a company mobile phone

Job Type:
Permanent

Salary:
£24,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Job Types:
Permanent, Full-time

Salary:
£24,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits: