Freight Forwarder- Healthcare
Job Summary
Job Req Number: 102073
Time Type: Full Time
At DSV were building the worlds leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity and were looking for new talent to join us
DSV has an excellent opportunity to join our Bristol branch as a Freight Forwarder - Healthcare . This is a great chance for someone with experience within freight forwarding to expand and develop their skills in a dynamic and growing organization.
Role: Freight Forwarder -Healthcare
Location: Bristol (BS32)
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am -5pm
What will you be doing
- Monitor and confirm air & sea UK arrivals
- Request clearance and delivery instructions
- Ensure accurate Cost and Revenue estimates are made against jobs
- Comply with Company policies and procedures
- Ensure knowledge and compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP) for Pharmaceutical Products as defined in the company quality policies
- Communicate effectively in a professional manner with customers to ensure their quotations and traffic requirements are fulfilled in line with their booking instructions
- Adherence to customer and internal SOPs
- Liaison with consignee and overseas network (imports) reporting any discrepancies or specific requirements
- Effectively communicate with the DSV warehouse transport and gateway teams to make warehouse and delivery arrangements
About You
- Excellent IT skills
- Recent previous experience of a similar role in the freight forwarding industry
- Good communication skills with colleagues at all levels as well as external customers
- Ensure legislative compliance in all areas
- Ensure that the company operates within all agreed operational procedures and within statutory requirements including the provision and maintenance of a safe working environment
- Knowledge of Good Distribution Practices (GDP) would be a bonus
What can we offer you
- Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company with a team of 160000 operating in over 90 countries.
In addition we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits such as:
- Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start which increases with length of service.
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
- Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
- WeCare App for support with physical and mental wellbeing including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
- LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
- Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.
Next Steps
If this sounds like the next step for you please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!
Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years worth of referencing and criminal record checks.
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.
DSV Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league.
As a global leader in transport and logistics we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Lets grow together as we continue to innovate digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 160000 colleagues in over 90 countries we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV performance is in our DNA. We dont just work we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players accountability and action. We value inclusivity embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company this is the place to be.
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Global transport and logistics - road, air, sea, rail freight and warehousing. Contact us today.