Freight Coordinator

WR Logistics; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading freight forwarding company is seeking an experienced Freight Coordinator to manage import and export shipments. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of freight modalities and proven experience in freight forwarding. The role offers a salary between £27,000 - £40,000, 25 days of holiday, and excellent career progression in a fast-growing environment. Join a supportive team that values investment in growth and people.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Career progression opportunities

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience working for a Freight Forwarder.
• Strong knowledge of Sea, Air, Road, Multi-modal and customs.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple shipments.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day import and export shipments.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to key accounts.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage shipping documentation.
• Process jobs using the in-house freight management system.

Skills

Freight Forwarding experience

Sea Freight knowledge

Air Freight knowledge

Road Freight knowledge

Multi-modal Freight knowledge

Customs / Import / Export experience

Customer service focused

Tools

Freight management system

Job description

Freight Coordinator - Join the UK’s Fastest Growing Freight Forwarder!

Location: Newcastle
Salary: £27,000 - £40,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Holidays: 25 days + benefits package

Working hours: business hours including flexible finish on Fridays

Are you an experienced Freight Coordinator / Freight Forwarder looking to join a business that's going places?

This multi-site, global logistics company is officially recognised as one of the fastest growing freight forwarders in the UK and is currently building a high-performing super team at its expanding office.

If you have experience in Sea Freight, Air Freight, Road Freight or Multimodal within a freight forwarding environment, this is a genuine career-defining opportunity with long-term progression.

The Role - Freight Coordinator

You’ll be responsible for managing shipments end-to-end while delivering outstanding service to key accounts.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day import and export shipments (Sea, Air, Road & Multi-modal)
• Handle key blue-chip accounts and deliver exceptional customer service
• Raise and manage job files and shipping documentation
• Invoice jobs on completion
• Negotiate with suppliers, carriers and partners
• Work closely with the sales team on quotations and shipment updates
• Process jobs using the company’s in-house freight management system

What We’re Looking For

Essential experience:

• Proven experience working for a Freight Forwarder
• Strong knowledge of at least one of the following:
  Sea Freight
  Air Freight
  Road Freight
  Multi-modal Freight
  Customs / Import / Export
• You’ll be:
  Organised and detail-oriented
  Confident managing multiple shipments at once
  Customer-focused and commercially aware
  Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment

The Package

• £27,000 - £40,000 salary (depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday
• Benefits package discussed at interview
• Real career progression within a rapidly growing UK freight forwarder
• Supportive, ambitious and high-energy team environment

Why Join?

• Join the UK’s fastest growing freight forwarding business
• Be part of a company that is investing heavily in growth and people
• Excellent long-term career development opportunities
• Work with a modern, forward-thinking logistics business

Apply now if you’re a Freight Coordinator, Freight Forwarder, Import/Export Clerk, or Multimodal Operator looking for your next big step.