Logistics Co-Ordinator

JOBWISE; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run logistics company in Wythenshawe seeks a Logistics Coordinator to manage international and domestic shipments. This role requires 2-3 years of experience in logistics, strong knowledge of customs rules, and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will coordinate shipments, prepare export documentation, and ensure compliance with regulations. The position offers a salary of £28,000 to £31,000, flexible working hours, and comprehensive benefits including holidays and health insurance.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health insurance after 12 months

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Birthday off every year

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in international shipping or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of customs rules and export documentation.
• Experience with domestic carriers and international freight forwarders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments to UK and International customers.
• Prepare export documentation including invoices and certificates.
• Manage customs clearance processes and compliance.

Skills

Negotiating with carriers

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

ERP systems

Shipment tracking tools

Job description

Are you an experienced logistics professional who loves keeping shipments moving smoothly across the world?

Our client is a small, family-run business seeking a talented Logistics Coordinator for International and Domestic shipments. Based in Wythenshawe, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality products worldwide—and they need a dedicated Logistics Coordinator to ensure every domestic and international shipment gets where it needs to be, on time and in full.

What will you be doing as a Logistics Coordinator?

• Working with the Business Planning team to coordinate shipments to both UK and International customers using road, sea and air transport.
• Preparing accurate export documentation including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and country-specific forms.
• Managing customs clearance processes and ensuring full compliance with international trade regulations.
• Negotiating rates and services with international freight forwarders and carriers.
• Tracking shipments, resolving delays, and liaising with customs, vendors, and internal teams.
• Coordinating UK domestic deliveries, managing schedules, returns, and damage claims.
• Maintaining accurate shipping records, databases, and reporting tools.
• Producing logistics performance reports and analysing data to identify improvements.
• Supporting inventory movements and monitoring retail stock positions for e-commerce operations.
• Working closely with the Business Planning and Sales teams to ensure smooth business operations.

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

Experience as a Logistics Coordinator, International Shipping Coordinator, Export Coordinator, Shipping Administrator, Supply Chain Assistant, Freight Coordinator, Customs Coordinator, Operations Coordinator, Transport Planner or similar role.

• 2-3 years experience in international shipping, logistics, or export operations.
• Strong knowledge of customs rules, export documentation, and international trade regulations.
• Experience working with domestic carriers and international freight forwarders.
• ERP experience plus shipment tracking tools.
• Ability to negotiate with carriers to achieve the best rates and services.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with customs, vendors, and internal teams.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset—and a willingness to jump onto urgent shipping issues.
• IATA, Dangerous Goods by Air (DG) certification – Desirable.
• IMDG, Dangerous Goods by Sea (DG) certification – Desirable.
• Experience shipping hazardous cargo – Desirable.
• Experience of e-commerce platforms – Desirable.

What will you get in return for your work as a Logistics Coordinator?

• £28,000 – £31,000, dependent on experience.
• Full time working 35 hours per week Mon to Fri (part time 25 hours per week could also be considered).
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) rising to 33 days after 2 years employment.
• Your birthday off, every year.
• Only 2 days required to save for Christmas – the company pays the remaining days.
• Health insurance after 12 months.
• Pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Spacious, modern office environment.
• A supportive, collaborative team within a growing, family-run business.

Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest.