Forwarder - #2180351

Build your career in supply chain & agricultural trading

Are you a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills and an interest in logistics, supply chain, or agriculture?

We have an exciting opportunity to join our forwarding operations team at Criddle, where you’ll play a key role in coordinating the movement of raw materials across

the UK.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role offering real responsibility and the chance to develop both your operational and commercial expertise within a collaborative business.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be central to keeping the supply chain running smoothly by:

• Coordinating the movement of raw materials into animal feed mills across the UK
• Managing deliveries end-to-end — ensuring they arrive on time and in full
• Troubleshooting and resolving logistical challenges as they arise
• Building strong relationships with suppliers, hauliers, customers, and internal teams
• Scheduling collections and deliveries while balancing competing priorities
• Maintaining accurate records within our D365 system
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply
• As you grow in the role, you’ll take on increasing ownership, with opportunities to manage key materials or customer accounts.

What you’ll gain

This role offers the opportunity to build valuable experience in:

• End-to-end supply chain and logistics operations
• Agricultural commodities and market dynamics
• Commercial decision-making and operational impact
• Cross-functional working with trading, finance, and external partners

You’ll also have opportunities to:

• Contribute ideas to improve processes and efficiency
• Gain broader exposure through site visits (e.g. mills and ports)
• Develop insight into sustainability and wider industry trends

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to think on your feet and solve problems
• A proactive, self-motivated approach
• Confidence managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (including Excel)
• Excellent written/verbal communications, strong attention to detail and demonstrable analytical/problem solving skills
• Strong sense of self-motivation and ability to work both independently and in a team setting

Desirable

• Experience within supply chain, logistics, or procurement
• Familiarity with Microsoft D365 or similar systems
• Experience working in a commercial or fast-paced environment

Who you are

• Energetic, positive, and solutions-focused
• Comfortable taking ownership and making decisions
• Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change
• A team player who builds strong, trusted relationships

Why join us?

Criddle & Co Ltd is a small, dynamic business within a wider group, offering:

• A supportive, family-oriented culture

• Broad exposure across departments and senior stakeholders

• Real ownership and responsibility

• The opportunity to grow into a key role within the business

Working pattern

• Liverpool-based (Group Head Office)

• Hybrid working - 4 days office based and 1 day Working from Home.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, solve problems, and play a vital part in a fast-moving supply chain — we’d love to hear from you.