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Air Freight Specialist – Aramex
As an Air Freight Specialist at Aramex, you will be the driving force behind our efficient freight operations. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective movement of goods, from initial quotes to final delivery. This includes navigating international regulations, maintaining clear communication, and upholding the highest standards of customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute import and export shipments from initial quote to final delivery, ensuring smooth and efficient movement of goods
- Handle both LTL and FTL shipments, including hazardous materials following all required regulations
- Arrange for the collection of Delivery Orders (DOs) and Bills of Lading (B/Ls)
- Coordinate customs clearance procedures and ensure all necessary documentation is accurate and complete
- Submit shipping instructions to relevant parties
- Schedule both hazardous and non-hazardous shipments accurately and efficiently
- Monitor and maintain a 100% update rate for milestones and status within CargoWise
- Monitor supplier invoices and performance to ensure cost-effectiveness
- Complete job costing and billing tasks accurately
- Maintain clear communication with suppliers and clients throughout the shipment process
- Follow established company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Maintain a well-motivated and independent work style, managing freight forwarding operations effectively
- Collaborate with destination consignees to ensure smooth delivery
- Independently handle pre- and post-shipment documents.
- Coordinate with shipping lines to obtain Bill of Lading (BL) status and local charge updates
- Work with brokers to manage payments and update payment receipts in the system
- Facilitate communication with staff regarding customs clearance activities
- Regularly follow up with clients on various shipment details like stuffing plans, vessel schedules, and BL copies
- Coordinate with clients regarding dispatch of cargo
- Collaborate with shipping lines, transporters, and operations staff for seamless execution
- Maintain accurate records within CargoWise, including payment vouchers and supplier cash payments
- Create transportation references within each CargoWise
- Creation of truck consignment note, manifest and MAWB
- Creation of bill of entry for export & import consignment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or any other field
- 3-4 years of relevant working experience in the Freight Forwarding industry
- Experience in operations and broad knowledge of regulations
- Cargowise experience preferred
- Excellent MS office skills: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Good command in professional emails writing
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Flu Jab Voucher
- Occupational Health Services
- Monthly Employee Recognition Program
- Regular Social Activities
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- 25 Days Annual Leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Special Shipping Rates
- Pension
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aramex by 2x.
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Location: Slough
Job Description:
Air Freight Specialist – Aramex
As an Air Freight Specialist at Aramex, you will be the driving force behind our efficient freight operations. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective movement of goods, from initial quotes to final delivery. This includes navigating international regulations, maintaining clear communication, and upholding the highest standards of customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute import and export shipments from initial quote to final delivery, ensuring smooth and efficient movement of goods
- Handle both LTL and FTL shipments, including hazardous materials following all required regulations
- Arrange for the collection of Delivery Orders (DOs) and Bills of Lading (B/Ls)
- Coordinate customs clearance procedures and ensure all necessary documentation is accurate and complete
- Submit shipping instructions to relevant parties
- Schedule both hazardous and non-hazardous shipments accurately and efficiently
- Monitor and maintain a 100% update rate for milestones and status within CargoWise
- Monitor supplier invoices and performance to ensure cost-effectiveness
- Complete job costing and billing tasks accurately
- Maintain clear communication with suppliers and clients throughout the shipment process
- Follow established company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Maintain a well-motivated and independent work style, managing freight forwarding operations effectively
- Collaborate with destination consignees to ensure smooth delivery
- Independently handle pre- and post-shipment documents.
- Coordinate with shipping lines to obtain Bill of Lading (BL) status and local charge updates
- Work with brokers to manage payments and update payment receipts in the system
- Facilitate communication with staff regarding customs clearance activities
- Regularly follow up with clients on various shipment details like stuffing plans, vessel schedules, and BL copies
- Coordinate with clients regarding dispatch of cargo
- Collaborate with shipping lines, transporters, and operations staff for seamless execution
- Maintain accurate records within CargoWise, including payment vouchers and supplier cash payments
- Create transportation references within each CargoWise
- Creation of truck consignment note, manifest and MAWB
- Creation of bill of entry for export & import consignment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or any other field
- 3-4 years of relevant working experience in the Freight Forwarding industry
- Experience in operations and broad knowledge of regulations
- Cargowise experience preferred
- Excellent MS office skills: Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Good command in professional emails writing
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Flu Jab Voucher
- Occupational Health Services
- Monthly Employee Recognition Program
- Regular Social Activities
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- 25 Days Annual Leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Special Shipping Rates
- Pension
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aramex by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr…
Posted: April 11th, 2026