Export Freight Coordinator

Pertemps Heathrow; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Slough is seeking an experienced Export Freight Co-ordinator to manage bookings and understand customer needs. You will handle data entry, engage with clients, and ensure compliance with shipping procedures. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years' experience in groupage shipping and excellent communication skills. This permanent, full-time position offers a starting salary of £35,000, with a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in groupage shipping.
• Good knowledge of exports and customs procedures.
• Able to work toward and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Data entry, booking collection and preparing them for export entry.
• Engage with customers regarding bookings and job queries.
• Develop relationships with key customers to meet shipping needs.

Skills

Experience in groupage shipping

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Export Freight Co-ordinator

Location: Slough
Salary: Starting at £35,000 (DOE)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday

Company Overview

Our client is a specialist in Hazardous Cargo logistics, with each office supported by an in‑house DGSA. All consignments shipped are fully compliant with ADR and IMDG regulations. They are now seeking an experienced Export Freight Co‑ordinator to join their London operation.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Data entry, booking collection and preparing them for export entry.
• Use various forms of communication to engage with customers regarding bookings and any job queries that they may have.
• Develop constructive relationships with key customers, understanding the clients' business and meeting their shipping needs.
• Co-ordination of export groupage and of full-load movements.
• Provide transport companies with the relevant information to ensure customer collection / delivery requirements are met.
• Monitor incoming mail and highlight potential problem areas to relevant staff.
• Promote and maintain image, procedures and standards as set and with management.
• Late finish to be done at least once a week for loading and customs completion.
• Action other ad hoc duties as requested by team leader.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in groupage shipping
• Good knowledge and experience of exports and customs procedures
• Able to work toward and meet deadlines
• Computer literate
• Able to plan aheadA proactive attitude
• Excellent customer service and communication skills