Multimodal Freight Coordinator

White Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a skilled Multimodal Freight Forwarder to manage air freight imports. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with trade regulations, liaise with diverse stakeholders, and provide top-notch customer service while coordinating various modes of transport. Ideal for those with strong experience in logistics and customs procedures, this role offers competitive benefits including career development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday including public bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multimodal logistics is essential.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures and regulations is required.
• Excellent communication skills and organizational abilities are a must.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end freight forwarding processes with a focus on air import.
• Manage documentation and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide exceptional customer service throughout the shipping process.

Skills

Coordination

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Experience in Freight Forwarding

Tools

Freight Forwarding Software

Customs Platforms

Job description

Location: Heathrow, SL3 (Driving license is a must)

Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 till 17:00

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Multimodal Freight Forwarder with a strong preference and expertise in air freight imports to join our client’s growing logistics and forwarding team. You will be responsible for coordinating and managing international shipments across various modes of transport, with a primary focus on air import operations. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth movement of goods from origin to destination while providing excellent customer service and maintaining compliance with global trade regulations.

• Coordinate end-to-end freight forwarding processes with a primary focus on air import shipments.
• Manage shipments across all modes (air, road and sea) to meet customer and operational requirements.
• Liaise with airlines, overseas agents, carriers, and customs brokers to ensure timely clearance and delivery of goods.
• Prepare, process, and manage all relevant import and export documentation, including air waybills, customs entries, invoices, quoting and packing lists.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and international import/export regulations, including customs clearance procedures.
• Monitor shipment progress, proactively resolving any delays or issues to maintain a high level of service.
• Maintain accurate records and update systems
• Provide excellent customer service by keeping clients informed throughout the shipping process and handling all import-related enquiries.
• Negotiate rates and liaise with suppliers, airlines, and agents to ensure cost-effective transport solutions.
• Track KPIs and ensure targets related to cost, accuracy, and timeliness are met or exceeded.
• Handle post-flight documentation, final mile deliveries, and invoice generation.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as warehousing, customs, and finance for seamless operations.
• Proven experience in freight forwarding, preferably within a multimodal logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures, Incoterms, and international trade regulations.
• Experience using freight forwarding software and customs platforms (e.g., ASM Sequoia, Descartes, and CDS).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• 28 days holiday including public bank holidays
• Pension scheme and health benefits
• Career development and training opportunities for other modes of freight

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Created on 16/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom