KLN Freight (UK) Limited are currently recruiting for a Trainee Account Manager working in the Freight Forwarding/Operations Department based at Crossways Business Park in Dartford. Due to our continued growth, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team. The candidate will be enthusiastic, willing to learn and be driven for a career within the Logistics industry. This role is ideal for a graduate and there will be lots of opportunity for progression.

PRINCIPAL PURPOSE(S) OF THE ROLE:

Trainee Account Manager for our import and export business. Handling all operational aspects of a shipment. Liaising with both external and internal customers and suppliers.
To ensure our Clients receive the very best service at all times, in line with agreed procedures and to ensure a smooth and efficient movement of goods from or to the Customer.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE:

• Completing job costing, both raising invoices and accruing purchases
• Booking outbound shipments with carriers
• Producing Bills of Lading in line with the customer’s requirements
• Check that shipping documents are present and in order
• Liaising with shipping lines, overseas agents and other forwarding agents
• Dealing directly with customer enquiries and resolving as soon as possible
• Arranging Customs clearances and customer collections & deliveries
• Build relationships with the client and seeking further opportunities
• Overall general administration and telephone work
• Cover for other members of the team during busy periods
  Suitable for a Graduate/A Level candidate
  Full Training Provided/No experience necessary
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £20,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In perso