LCL Operations Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro is seeking an LCL Operations Coordinator in south west London. This role involves responsibilities for LCL bookings, liaising with teams for operational efficiency, and supporting FCL shipments. Ideal candidates will have strong logistics knowledge, IT proficiency, and English skills to thrive in a dynamic environment with ample training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with biannual bonuses

Access to wellness platform and discounts

Health cash plan

Car scheme

Free parking

Respectful working environment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Working hours are Mon – Fri 8.30am-5pm, office-based.
• Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management is required.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate all LCL import, export, and cross-trade bookings.
• Collaborate with transport team for LCL collections and deliveries.
• Provide operational support for FCL shipments.

Skills

Professional-level proficiency in English

IT literate

Knowledge of logistics

Operational knowledge

Knowledge of LCL

Job description

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LCL Operations Coordinator, south west london

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Client:

Metro

Location:

south west london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Powered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. At Metro, its our innovative technologies, pushing of boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that sets us apart.

Metro is searching for an ambitious individual to make this new and exciting role their own. We offer great training and career progression in a dynamic operationally driven team.

Our values consist of our people being Brave, Honest, Innovative, Proactive and being Committed to our mission to drive value to our clients’ supply chains by solving problems with bespoke solutions and constantly innovating our technology.

Key Responsibilities:

LCL Co-ordination

• To co-ordinate all LCL import, export and cross trade bookings.
• Liaise with head of LCL in order to drive development of LCL product.
• Collaborate with the import and export operations team in order to book as per the LCL co load policy.
• Collaborate with overseas partners in order to process bookings,
• Collaborate and liaise with the transport team in order to book LCL collections and deliveries.
• Collaborate with UK warehouse operations for consolidations, devanning.
• Identify opportunities where we have sufficient volume to load own consols.
• Communicate with chosen NVOCC’s and overseas partners. Attend quarterly meetings with Head of LCL where necessary.
• Control of costs for consols and ensure all accurate input of accruals and revenues into Metro systems.

FCL Support

• Provide operational support as required for FCL shipments, including booking, tracking, and troubleshooting.
• Assist in liaising with carriers and freight forwarders to ensure smooth handling of FCL cargo.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FCL market trends, pricing, and carrier performance

Job & Candidate Requirements:

• Working Hours are Mon – Fri 8.30am-5pm, office based.
• Professional-level proficiency in English, both written and verbal and being IT literate.
• Knowledge of LCL is advantageous.
• Good operational knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management is required.

Why choose Metro?

• Competitive salary including a bonus which is paid twice a year!
• Access to our benefits, discounts and wellness platform including offers on gym memberships, a wide range of restaurants, retail and much more.
• Health cash plan.
• Octopus Electric Vehicle car scheme.
• Free parking.
• Respectful working environment.
• Plenty of opportunities for training and development

Why choose Metro?

• Competitive salary including a bonus which is paid twice a year!
• Access to our benefits, discounts and wellness platform including offers on gym memberships, a wide range of restaurants, retail and much more.
• Health cash plan.
• Octopus Electric Vehicle car scheme.
• Free parking.
• Respectful working environment.
• Plenty of opportunities for training and development