Global Logistics Lead — End-to-End Shipping Owner
Pivotal Recruit
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Job summary
Pivotal Recruit is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator in the UK to own international shipments from collection to delivery. You will work across sea, air, road and courier modes, coordinating with freight forwarders, carriers and customs agents to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery with proper documentation.
You’ll support growth of global logistics processes as operations scale. The role requires a minimum of 3 years’ international logistics experience and strong negotiation,
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years' proven international logistics experience.
- Experience with sea, air, road freight and containerised shipments.
- Experience working with freight forwarders.
- Knowledge of international customs procedures, VAT and import duties.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of end-to-end international logistics, from collection to final delivery.
- Coordinate shipments worldwide via sea, air, road and courier.
- Obtain and compare freight costs; select shipping method based on cost and lead time.
- Liaise with production and project teams to ensure goods are ready for collection and shipping.
- Prepare packing lists and commercial invoices; apply for Certificates of Origin.
- Track shipments and provide updates on arrival dates.
- Resolve delays, shipping issues and documentation problems.
- Manage relationships with freight forwarders, carriers and customs agents.
- Ensure documentation complies with customs and export/import requirements.
- Review processes to improve efficiency, visibility and reliability.
- Assist in developing logistics procedures as international ops grow.
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Pivotal Recruit is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator in the UK to own international shipments from collection to delivery. You will work across sea, air, road and courier modes, coordinating with freight forwarders, carriers and customs agents to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery with proper documentation.
You’ll support growth of global logistics processes as operations scale. The role requires a minimum of 3 years’ international logistics experience and strong negotiation,
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