Global Freight & Despatch Coordinator (Heavy Lift)

E262 Sulzer Pumps (UK) Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash Health Cash Plan

33 days holiday

Defined pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programmes

Discounts on shopping, entertainment &

Job summary

Sulzer Leeds designs and builds some of the world’s most advanced engineered pump packages, supporting infrastructure worldwide. We are seeking a Despatch Freight Coordinator to own import/export activities and heavy‑lift logistics, playing a pivotal role in how we move mission‑critical kit.

You will coordinate global shipments, manage OOG and break bulk loads, and prepare shipping and customs documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight coordination, transport planning, or logistics.
• Knowledge of out-of-gauge, break bulk, or oversized cargo handling.
• Strong understanding of customs procedures, Incoterms, and international trade compliance.
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate global import and export shipments, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and trade laws.
• Manage OOG and break bulk shipments, working closely with specialist carriers, port operators, and freight forwarders.
• Prepare and verify shipping and customs documentation (CDS entries, bills of lading, CoO, packing lists).
• Plan and book UK and international transport, optimising routes, loads, and freight costs.
• Monitor shipment progress, maintain accurate records, and keep internal teams updated in real time.

Skills

Freight coordination

Transport planning

Logistics

Out-of-gauge cargo

Customs procedures

Incoterms

Trade compliance

Multitasking

Job description

Sulzer Leeds designs and builds some of the world’s most advanced engineered pump packages, supporting infrastructure worldwide. We are seeking a Despatch Freight Coordinator to own import/export activities and heavy‑lift logistics, playing a pivotal role in how we move mission‑critical kit.

You will coordinate global shipments, manage OOG and break bulk loads, and prepare shipping and customs documentation.