- 17 October 2024
Import and Export Operator
ABOUT THE ROLE
With a fantastic opportunity available, we are looking for a highly motivated team member to join our operations team and support our growing business. Ideally the successful candidate will have had a taste of customer service and operations in air and ocean freight and is now looking for an opportunity to join a truly global supply chain business that will tailor a development path for success whilst proudly representing the Mainfreight brand and culture that we are proud of!
RESPONSBILITIES
Based in our Manchester Air & Ocean branch, the role is all about providing outstanding customer service and operational support to our customers. Your focus will be to take control of both import and export shipments from the time a shipment is confirmed to final delivery and everything between including liaising with our overseas Mainfreight branches, customers, and suppliers all with the service at the front of your mind.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
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Excellent presentation
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Attitude and appetite for success
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Commercial mindset
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Willingness to learn and grow
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Self-motivated, dynamic and confident
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A genuine interest in supply chain and logistics
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The ability to think strategically and outside the square to problem solve
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Analytical and attention to detail
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Previous freight experience
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Customer is King mindset
Frequently Asked Questions
What we do?
Our business can be broken down into three core areas:
Who we are?
We have a 100-year vision, that means every person and every decision we make today will leave an imprint on this company now and for 100 years to come. This long-term vision guides us as a business and determines both our decisions and actions every day.
As we extend our operations across the major trading nations of the world, we continue to stand out for the right reasons. It is our uncompromising quality, agility and unique culture which sets us apart.
What is the working culture like?
We believe in working hard but we also have fun and a laugh while we do it. Our team is empowered to make decisions and have a say in how we do things.
How will my career progress?
Once you have learnt the fundamentals of Mainfreight on the operations floor, you will move into other areas of the business where you will get the right mix of autonomy and support. We believe that smart people can learn the specifics of any role so our focus is on helping you develop personal and professional skills that will allow you take on any role in the business.
We are an ever-changing business and we are constantly reviewing new ways to help our team develop the world-class skills that will lead our business into the future.
What Training and Development do you offer?
Our ongoing team development programs around the world currently includes:
- A full induction program
- Learning the business from the operations floor-up
- Structured leadership programmes
- Personal development courses
Louise Walker | Operations team leader
T: +44 161 513 9636
E: louise.walker@mainfreight.com