FREIGHT FORWARDING & LOGISTICS RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS

Grafton Recruitments Freight Forwarding and Logistics team recruit for a wide range of professional permanent and FTC roles across the industry. Some roles we recruit for include transportation planners, transport managers, freight forwarders, administrators and distribution/supply chain co-ordinators.

With our extensive industry experience, we specialise in connecting top talent with leading companies and SMEs, alongside this we provide clients and candidates with a comprehensive summary of the market at any given point, whilst sourcing the very best solutions for you. At Grafton we also offer a range of supplementary services including RTW document checks, psychometric profiling, and insightful interview preparation. We are committed to maintaining an impeccable experience throughout the entirety of the process for our clients and candidates alike.

Grafton’s Logistics team are able to service a variety of industry sub-sectors, including:

•    Air freight

As an air freight professional, you play a crucial role in managing the transportation of goods by air. Your responsibilities may include coordinating air freight shipments, liaising with airlines and customs officials, preparing necessary documentation, tracking shipments, and ensuring timely delivery. Your expertise in air freight operations helps streamline processes and maintain smooth logistics flow for clients.

•    Courier

In the fast-paced world of courier services, you are at the forefront of ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of packages. As a courier professional, you handle tasks such as sorting and organizing packages, planning delivery routes, maintaining accurate records, providing exceptional customer service, and managing time-sensitive deliveries. Your commitment to prompt and secure delivery contributes to customer satisfaction.

•    Freight forwarding

As a freight forwarder, you are responsible for managing the transportation of goods across different modes and countries. Your tasks may include coordinating with shipping lines, carriers, and customs agents, arranging documentation and customs clearance, negotiating freight rates, optimizing supply chain routes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Your expertise in logistics and international trade helps clients navigate complex shipping processes.

•    Postal services

As a postal services professional, you contribute to the efficient and accurate delivery of mail and packages. Your responsibilities may include sorting incoming mail, processing outgoing mail, operating mail processing equipment, managing postal databases, ensuring proper packaging and addressing, and maintaining delivery schedules. Your attention to detail and adherence to postal regulations ensure reliable and timely delivery for customers.

•    Road haulage

As a road haulage professional, you oversee the transportation of goods by road. Your responsibilities typically involve driving commercial vehicles, managing delivery schedules, loading and unloading cargo, conducting vehicle inspections, optimizing routes for efficiency, and maintaining accurate records. Your expertise in road transportation ensures safe and timely delivery of goods to their destinations. Storage and Warehousing: In storage and warehousing roles, you are responsible for managing inventory, organizing storage facilities, and ensuring smooth warehouse operations. Your tasks may include receiving and inspecting incoming goods, implementing efficient storage systems, conducting inventory counts, coordinating order fulfilment, optimizing space utilization, and maintaining accurate records. Your attention to detail and organization skills contribute to efficient warehouse management.

•    Storage and warehousing

In storage and warehousing roles, you are responsible for managing inventory, organizing storage facilities, and ensuring smooth warehouse operations. Your tasks may include receiving and inspecting incoming goods, implementing efficient storage systems, conducting inventory counts, coordinating order fulfilment, optimizing space utilization, and maintaining accurate records. Your attention to detail and organization skills contribute to efficient warehouse management.

•    Wholesaling

As a wholesaling professional, you oversee the procurement and distribution of goods on a large scale. Your tasks typically involve managing supplier relationships, analyzing market trends, forecasting demand, coordinating with logistics partners, overseeing inventory levels, optimizing supply chain processes, and ensuring timely delivery to retail customers. Your ability to balance supply and demand helps clients maintain adequate stock levels and meet customer demands.

At Grafton, we understand the unique requirements of each role and work closely with candidates and clients to ensure the right match. Whether you are seeking career growth or looking to build a skilled team, we are committed to providing personalized support and connecting you with the best opportunities or talent in the freight forwarding and logistics sector. Contact us today to embark on a successful partnership with Grafton.

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