Customer Service Agent

Location Manchester
Discipline: Aviation and Freight Forwarding
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £25000 - £27000 per annum
Contact name: Matt Surmon

Contact email: matt.surmon@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2413_1753718437
Published: 3 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

Right Now Group are recruiting for a Customer Service Agent to join the Export team of a leading Neutral Freight Forwarder at their Manchester branch.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing airfreight export team, whether you're already experienced in freight forwarding or looking to take your first steps into the logistics industry.

You'll be involved in coordinating export shipments from start to finish, working with airlines, agents, and transport providers to ensure smooth and compliant operations. Full training will be provided for trainee-level candidates, with excellent development opportunities available.


Key Responsibilities - Customer Service Agent

  • Handling customer and supplier calls relating to export shipments

  • Making air export bookings with airlines and handling agents

  • Preparing and processing Master and House Airway Bills

  • Supporting the export documentation process

  • Coordinating collections and ensuring timely export departures

  • Liaising with third-party partners such as hauliers, warehouses, and carriers

  • Assisting with job costing and data entry

  • Learning how to process customs entries (training provided if required)

  • Delivering excellent customer service throughout the shipment cycle


What's On Offer - Customer Service Agent

  • Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 (depending on experience)

  • Shift: Monday to Friday

  • Hours: 09:00 - 17:30

  • Additional Information: Full-time, permanent position | Airfreight Exports | Based in Manchester


Benefits - Customer Service Agent

  • Open to trainees with the right attitude and willingness to learn

  • Full training provided (if trainee-level)

  • Company pension scheme

  • On-site parking

  • Supportive team environment with real development opportunities

  • Exposure to international logistics and key airfreight processes


Whether you're looking to build a career in freight forwarding or bring your export knowledge to a new team, we'd love to hear from you.

All suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.