Graduate Operations Coordinator

Westin Par LLP; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK logistics firm is seeking a Graduate Operations Co-ordinator to support the management of key European contracts. This entry-level role is well-suited for recent graduates interested in logistics, customer service, and international trade. Key responsibilities include organising freight movements, sourcing transport suppliers, and negotiating costs. The successful candidate should be organised, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. This is a great opportunity in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with an interest in commerce, customer service, logistics, and international trade are ideal.
• Ability to communicate complex logistics verbally and in writing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support management of a key European manufacturing contract.
• Organise freight movements between the UK and Europe.
• Source and liaise with transport suppliers.
• Negotiate costs with customers and suppliers.
• Prepare and input quotations and follow up.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills in a commercial setting

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Confident with numbers and written information

Interest in geography, international trade and commerce

French or German language skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Graduate Operations Co-ordinator

St Albans, Herts

Salary £25,000 per annum

Working hours 08:00–17:30

Westin Par is supporting an established UK logistics business with the hire of a Graduate Operations Co‑ordinator

The Opportunity

• Graduate‑level entry role within European freight and logistics operations
• Ideal for recent graduates with an interest in commerce, customer service, logistics and international trade
• Joining a small, supportive operations team with structured mentoring and development
• Fast‑paced, commercial environment where contribution is recognised and valued

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the management of a key European manufacturing contract alongside senior operations staff
• Organising freight movements between the UK and Europe, and within Europe
• Sourcing and liaising with transport suppliers across multiple regions
• Negotiating costs with both customers and suppliers
• Communicating complex logistics solutions verbally and in writing
• Preparing and inputting quotations and following up to conclusion
• Developing knowledge of customs processes within post‑Brexit European trade

Candidate Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in a commercial setting
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident with numbers and written informationWorking knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Interest in geography, international trade and commerce
• French or German language skills beneficial but not essential

Working Environment

• Modern open‑plan office environment
• Easily accessible location with nearby amenities and parking
• Suitable for graduates seeking a long‑term career in European logistics and operations within a stable, well‑established organisation

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency. Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.