Logistics Coordinator - 12 Month Maternity Cover

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established international trading business in London is seeking a Logistics Coordinator for a 12-month maternity cover. The role involves coordinating international shipments, managing logistics operations, and negotiating freight rates. Candidates should have experience in logistics and shipping coordination, as well as a commercial mindset. This position offers a salary range of £33,000 - £36,000 with company benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Company Benefits

Training

Qualifications

• Experience in managing shipments independently.
• Ability to negotiate freight rates.
• Familiarity with logistics operations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international shipments.
• Manage logistics operations end to end.
• Liaise with logistics providers and internal departments.

Skills

Experience in logistics & shipping coordination

Commercial awareness

Job description

Logistics Coordinator, 12 Month Maternity Cover

£33,000 - £36,000 + Company Benefits + Training

London, UK (Commutable from Camden, Kensington, Islington, Wembley, Hampstead, Fulham)

Are you a Logistics Coordinator looking for a role within a well‑established international trading business, based in London?

This 12-month maternity cover position plays a key role in coordinating logistics activity, working with international offices and ensuring goods are delivered in line with commercial and contractual requirements.

The company has been established for over 45 years and operates across more than 25 countries worldwide. With a strong culture of retention, a diverse London office and ambitious growth plans, they offer a professional and well supported working environment.

In this role, you will act as the internal forwarder for the group, managing shipments from booking through to delivery, negotiating freight rates, ensuring documentation compliance and liaising with logistics providers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

This role would suit a Logistics Coordinator who can step in quickly, manage shipments independently and support continuity across the logistics function.

The Role

• Coordinating international shipments
• Managing logistics operations and commercial files end to end
• Negotiating freight rates and working with third party logistics providers
• Liaising with international offices and internal departments

The Person

• Experience in logistics & shipping coordination
• Commercially minded with the ability to manage costs and priorities
• Available for a 12-month fixed term contract

Reference Number: BBBH267338

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Matilda Hocknell at Rise Technical Recruitment.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.