Freight Operator – Aerospace

Location: Heathrow Area

Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 depending on experience

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:30

Flexible hours available: 08:00 – 16:30 or 10:00 – 18:30

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Freight Operator – Aerospace to join an established freight forwarding business based in the Heathrow area.

The successful candidate will have solid freight forwarding experience, with at least 2 years’ aerospace experience preferred, and will be responsible for coordinating shipments across Air and Road freight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing import, export and cross-trade shipments from booking through to final delivery
• Arranging collections, carrier bookings and transport services
• Liaising with customers, airlines, hauliers and overseas partners
• Preparing freight quotations and obtaining carrier and supplier rates
• Supporting spot quotes and RFQs
• Monitoring shipments and proactively resolving delays or service issues
• Preparing and checking freight and customs documentation
• Coordinating customs clearance and final delivery
• Managing invoicing, cost accruals and supplier invoices
• Ensuring shipments are handled compliantly and in line with customer requirements
• Maintaining strong customer relationships and delivering a high level of service

About You:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within freight forwarding, transport or logistics
• 2 years’ aerospace freight experience preferred
• Strong Air Freight experience, with Road Freight knowledge desirable
• Experience handling import, export and cross-trade shipments
• Experience with freight quotations, pricing and obtaining supplier rates
• Good knowledge of Incoterms, customs procedures and freight documentation
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a customer-focused approach

This is a great opportunity for an experienced freight professional looking to progress within a well-established operation, with further development opportunities across operations, pricing and commercial activities.