Import Export Coordinator - Freight Forwarding

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established logistics company in Leeds is seeking a Freight Forwarder to manage international shipments and ensure compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in freight forwarding, strong knowledge of customs procedures, and excellent customer service skills. Join a supportive team and enjoy competitive salary and clear career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a UK-based freight forwarding role.
• Solid understanding of air, sea, and road freight operations.
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Managing international import/export shipments across air, sea, and road.
• Coordinating collections, deliveries, and logistics with precision.
• Handling customs entries and compliance with UK regulations.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Customs clearance knowledge

Customer service skills

Freight systems experience

Tools

Cargowise

Multifreight

Job description

Job Description

Freight Forwarder – Leeds

Location: Leeds

Salary: £27,000 – £35,000 (DOE)

Ready to level up your freight forwarding career?

Join a well-established, fast-growing logistics company that values your experience, supports your development, and offers a clear path to progress.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing international import/export shipments across air, sea, and road
• Coordinating collections, deliveries, and logistics with precision
• Working closely with clients, agents, and carriers to keep operations running smoothly
• Handling customs entries and compliance with UK regulations
• Tracking shipments and keeping customers informed every step of the way
• Managing job costing, invoicing, and documentation with accuracy
• Providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment

What You’ll Need:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a UK-based freight forwarding role
• Solid understanding of air, sea, and road freight operations
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance procedures
• Experience with freight systems like Cargowise or Multifreight
• Confident communicator with top-notch customer service skills

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Be part of a respected and expanding company with a great industry reputation
• Enjoy a competitive salary based on your experience
• Access to real career development – your next promotion is in sight!
• Work with a supportive, friendly, and professional team

Interested? Let’s talk.

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