Freight Operations Coordinator

Adecco; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Freight Operations Coordinator in Wolverhampton. This full-time position involves managing logistics and ensuring compliance across various transport modes. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and proven experience in freight forwarding, with a focus on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations, ideally in a multimodal environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international and domestic shipments across sea, air, road, and rail.
• Liaise with carriers and agents to ensure smooth cargo movement.
• Prepare and manage shipping documentation including bills of lading and customs declarations.

Skills

Organisational

Multitasking

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Logistics Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Freight Operations Coordinator

Wolverhampton

35,000- 40,000 DOE

Permanent

Full Time, Office Based

As a Freight Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the end-to-end movement of goods across multiple transport modes. You will ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of shipments while maintaining excellent communication with clients, carriers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international and domestic shipments across sea, air, road, and rail.
• Liaise with carriers, agents, and customs brokers to ensure smooth cargo movement.
• Prepare and manage shipping documentation including bills of lading, customs declarations, and delivery notes.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records in the transport management system (TMS).
• Communicate with clients regarding shipment updates, exceptions, and service improvements.
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to support client needs and optimise logistics solutions.

Experience

• Proven experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations, ideally in a
  multimodal environment.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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