Import / Export Freight Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing freight business seeks a Freight Coordinator Import / Export in East Birmingham. The role involves coordinating shipments, preparing customs documentation, and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in freight handling and management systems, plus a proactive approach to logistics solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience with imports & exports.
• Familiarity with freight management systems is essential.
• Ability to ensure compliance with international trade regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments, ensuring smooth and timely delivery.
• Prepare and process shipping documents and compliance checks.
• Liaise with freight forwarders and customs brokers for timely clearance.

Skills

Experience handling ocean freight

Experience handling air freight

Experience handling road freight

Knowledge of customs clearance

Tools

CargoWise

CDS

Job description

Job Description

Gleesons has been exclusively partnered with a freight business looking for a Freight Forwarder. The client is seeking a Multimodal Freight Professional eager to join a growing business with opportunities for growth and development.

Job Title: Freight Coordinator Import / Export
Locations: East Birmingham
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000

Duties:

1. Coordinate shipments, ensuring smooth and timely delivery across various freight modes.
2. Assist in conducting market research on freight industry trends, pricing structures, and service options.
3. Support negotiations with carriers and suppliers to secure competitive rates and improve cost efficiency.
4. Prepare and process shipping documents, customs paperwork, and compliance checks.
5. Handle import and export documentation, including commercial invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and customs declarations.
6. Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and customs requirements across all relevant countries.
7. Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and government agencies to ensure timely customs clearance and delivery.
8. Communicate with customers, providing updates, resolving issues, and offering tailored logistics solutions.
9. Track and monitor shipments, ensuring service levels are met and delays are addressed proactively.
10. Work closely with sales and account management teams to support pricing and operational strategies.
11. Use data analytics to review shipping costs, identify trends, and contribute to pricing decisions.
12. Maintain accurate records of shipments, contracts, and supplier agreements.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience handling ocean, air, or road freight.
• Experience with imports & exports.
• Experience with freight management systems such as CargoWise, CDS, etc.
• Knowledge and experience of customs clearance.

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