Import Coordinator

Vertical Advantage; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG importer based in Surrey is seeking an Import Coordinator to manage the end-to-end import process. This hands-on role requires working closely with overseas suppliers, logistics, and internal teams to ensure on-time product delivery. Key responsibilities include managing purchase orders, communicating with suppliers, and ensuring all import documentation is accurate. The role offers a basic salary of £29,000 – £30,500, with 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Length of service bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in import/export procedures and documentation is essential.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with suppliers and logistics partners.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and track shipments effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchase order processing, including customs clearance.
• Communicate with overseas suppliers to confirm shipping schedules.
• Track shipments and provide updates to internal planning teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Description

Import Coordinator

• Surrey (Office-based)
• £29,000 – £30,500 basic salary
• Monday–Friday | 07 : 30–16 : 30 (1-hour lunch)
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with length of service bonus)
• We regret that our client does not offer VISA sponsorship - now or in future

We’re working with a well-established FMCG food importer, growing rapidly across the UK and Ireland, who are looking to add an Import Coordinator to their expanding supply chain team.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll play a key part in managing the end‑to‑end import process, working closely with overseas suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams to ensure products arrive on time and in full.

Responsibilities :

• Managing end-to-end purchase order processing, from demand planning through to UK and Irish port clearance
• Communicating with overseas suppliers to confirm production readiness and shipping schedules
• Tracking shipments and providing regular updates to internal planning teams
• Managing and checking all import documentation, licences, and certificates for customs clearance
• Liaising with shipping lines, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and hauliers
• Coordinati...