Bookings Operative

Start your career in logistics with us Are you organised, comfortable using IT systems and someone who takes pride in getting the details right? We're looking for a Bookings Operative to join our Operations team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their experience within the fast-paced world of transport and logistics – and previous logistics experience isn't essential. You'll play an important part in keeping our day-to-day operations running smoothly, making sure bookings are accurately entered onto our systems, information is communicated clearly and the right documentation reaches our customers, suppliers and customs partners. What You'll Get

• £27,976 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Health Cash Plan scheme
• Free on-site parking What will you be doing? Working closely with our Operations team, you'll be responsible for:
• Receiving booking information and accurately entering details into our Transport Management System (TMS)
• Preparing and sending customer communications and transport orders
• Liaising professionally with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and other partners
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation for transport movements
• Supporting the administration of customs-related shipments
• Communicating with shippers to obtain the paperwork required for customs clearance
• Forwarding documentation to the appropriate customs brokers
• Tracking customs-related jobs and keeping information up to date
• Checking that external broker costs are accurately recorded within our systems
• Helping ensure our transport activities are administered efficiently, accurately and compliantly What are we looking for? You don't need to already be a logistics expert – we're much more interested in finding someone with the right attitude and approach. You'll Be a Great Fit If You
• Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Are confident using computers and learning new systems
• Are organised and able to manage priorities
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Enjoy working as part of a busy team
• Are proactive and willing to take responsibility
• Can work independently when required
• Are curious, adaptable and keen to learn
• Like finding solutions and getting things done Why logistics? Logistics is all about making things happen. Behind every successful shipment is a team coordinating information, customers, suppliers, transport and documentation to make sure everything gets where it needs to be. As a Bookings Operative, you'll get exposure to different parts of the operation, including transport, customer service and customs, giving you a great foundation for developing your career within the industry. Our values At DANX Carousel, our values guide how we work every day: Ownership – We take responsibility for delivering successful results. Learning – We look for opportunities to develop, ask questions, share knowledge and become better at what we do. Caring – We look out for our customers, colleagues, partners, families and wider community. Interested? Apply today and start building your career in logistics with us.