Import Coordinator – Sea Freight

White Recruitment Limited; Sale; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based

Competitive salary

Job summary

White Recruitment Limited is seeking an Import Coordinator – Sea Freight in Sale, Manchester. You will manage FCL and LCL ocean imports end-to-end, coordinating overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers and customers to ensure A-grade service and on-time delivery across international networks.

This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary up to £36,000 DOE, a stable office-based environment, and the chance to grow within a major global logistics group with extensive international

Qualifications

• 3+ years of ocean import experience in freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of import documentation, customs and end-to-end operations.
• Excellent communication, organisation and customer service skills.
• Proactive approach and ability to thrive in a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Manage FCL and LCL ocean imports from origin through to final delivery.
• Coordinate overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers and customers.
• Arrange customs clearance, documentation and deliveries.
• Track shipments, resolve operational challenges and keep customers informed.
• Handle supplier invoices, customer billing and compliance requirements.

Skills

Ocean import experience

Import documentation

Communication & customer service

Proactive & team oriented

Job description

Import Coordinator – Sea Freight

Sale, Manchester | £33,000 – £36,000 | Full-Time, Permanent | Monday-Friday | Office-Based

Ready to take your ocean freight career to the next level?

Join a globally recognised logistics powerhouse, backed by one of the world’s largest integrated supply chain groups. With an extensive international network, continued investment and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to build your career within a prestigious, financially robust and forward-thinking organisation.

We’re looking for an experienced Import Coordinator – Sea Freight to manage ocean import shipments end-to-end, delivering exceptional service while working with international partners and a diverse customer base.

The Role

• Manage FCL and LCL ocean imports from origin through to final delivery.
• Coordinate overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers and customers.
• Arrange customs clearance, documentation and deliveries.
• Track shipments, resolve operational challenges and keep customers informed.
• Handle supplier invoices, customer billing and compliance requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• At least 3 years’ ocean import experience within freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of import documentation, customs and end-to-end operations.
• Excellent communication, organisation and customer service skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a busy team.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of up to £36,000 DOE.
• Join a major global logistics group with an outstanding international footprint.
• Excellent long-term career development and progression potential.
• Work alongside an experienced operations team in a stable, established business.
• Gain exposure to varied customers and complex international supply chains.