Freight Coordinator

Willis Global Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics specialist is looking for a Freight Coordinator to join their expanding team in Eastleigh, Hampshire. The position focuses on providing end-to-end freight forwarding services for both import and export consignments. Ideal candidates should possess good interpersonal and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of import and export processes. The role includes preparing documentation and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. This opportunity offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private pension scheme

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Knowledge of import and export processes in freight forwarding.
• Strong customer care focus.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide freight forwarding services for import and export.
• Communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders.
• Complete customs clearances and produce necessary documentation.

Skills

Good written communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Our client, a leading logistics specialist in providing freight management and dangerous goods movement, are recruiting for a Freight Coordinator for their expanding team at offices based locally to Eastleigh, Hampshire.

On Offer :

• An exciting opportunity to join a leading freight specialist with great potential for future growth
• Competitive salary, dependant on skills and experience
• Working hours : 9 : 00 – 17 : 30 Monday to Friday
• Holiday, 20 days per annum plus bank holidays
• Private pension scheme and life insurance.

Main Purpose of the Freight Coordinator

Reporting to the Freight Manager, the main focus of the position will initially be on the road and courier operations and later dealing with all modes of transport – both import and export.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Freight Co-ordinator

• Provide start to finish freight forwarding services for both import and export consignments across Multi Modal transportation (Air, Sea, Road)
• Provide high levels of customer service with an ability to communicate effectively and efficiently at all levels.
• Provide freight rates and quotations.
• Produce Bills of lading and letters of credit
• Completion of customs clearances

To Be Considered :

• Good working knowledge of import and export working for a freight forwarder
• Must have good written communications skills and importantly the ability to problem-solve.
• Customer care is a vital part of this role and so good interpersonal skills are very important.

For more details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry