Global Logistics Coordinator - International Shipping

Confidential; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Excellent company benefits

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced International Logistics / Shipping Coordinator to own and manage international import/export shipments. The role covers sea, air and road freight, coordinating with production, warehouse teams, and global partners from Sidcup.

The position offers a clear path for growth within a forward‑thinking manufacturing business. You will drive improvements in shipping processes, documentation accuracy and cost efficiency while ensuring timely deliveries across

Qualifications

• Experience in international logistics including imports/exports by sea and air.
• Knowledge of export documentation and shipping processes.
• Experience with commercial invoices and packing lists.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities.
• Experience with ERP/WMS/TMS or shipping systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating international imports and exports across the US, Australia, Europe and China.
• Arranging sea freight, air cargo and road freight with freight forwarders and logistics providers.
• Managing end-to-end shipping process from order readiness through to final delivery.
• Preparing export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists and shipping documentation.
• Liaising with freight forwarders, shipping agents, carriers, customs contacts and overseas customers.
• Ensuring shipments are booked correctly and dispatched in line with customer requirements and agreed lead times.
• Working with Production and Warehouse teams to coordinate collection dates, shipment readiness and despatch priorities.
• Checking orders and shipping information for accuracy, including quantities, weights, dimensions, delivery addresses and documentation requirements.
• Tracking shipments and proactively managing delays, exceptions and delivery issues.
• Supporting the smooth flow of imports from China and Europe.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, streamline shipping administration and manage freight costs and transit times.
• Maintaining accurate shipping, booking and delivery records.

Skills

International logistics experience

Sea/air freight knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication with freight forwarders

Multi-shipment management

ERP/WMS/TMS experience

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

TMS

Shipping systems

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced International Logistics / Shipping Coordinator to own and manage international import/export shipments. The role covers sea, air and road freight, coordinating with production, warehouse teams, and global partners from Sidcup.

The position offers a clear path for growth within a forward‑thinking manufacturing business. You will drive improvements in shipping processes, documentation accuracy and cost efficiency while ensuring timely deliveries across