Ocean Export Coordinator

White Recruitment Construction; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Coordinator based in Birmingham Airport to manage the end-to-end process of ocean export shipments. The successful candidate will have a solid background in freight forwarding, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach with shipping platforms. This full-time permanent position offers a salary of up to £35,000 per annum along with benefits including 25 days holiday and private healthcare.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of proven experience in ocean export operations or freight forwarding.
• Right to work in the UK (No sponsorship on offer).
• Strong understanding of international trade documentation and Incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full cycle of ocean export shipments from booking to delivery.
• Communicate with carriers to secure bookings and resolve scheduling issues.
• Prepare and issue all export documentation.

Skills

Ocean export operations experience

Customs documentation handling

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Freight management systems

Shipping line platforms

Job description

Ocean Export Coordinator – Birmingham Airport – Up to £35,000

Our client are seeking an experienced Ocean Export Coordinator to manage the end-to-end process of ocean export shipments. The successful candidate will have solid experience in ocean freight forwarding, familiarity with carrier platforms, and the ability to handle export documentation accurately and efficiently.

Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Benefits: 25 days holiday, Private Healthcare, Pension Scheme

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full cycle of ocean export shipments from booking through to final delivery.
• Communicate with carriers to secure bookings, track sailings, and resolve scheduling issues.
• Prepare, verify, and issue all export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading).
• Ensure compliance with export regulations, Incoterms, and internal company policies.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, warehouses, and trucking companies to ensure timely dispatch.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and update internal systems.
• Provide excellent customer service by keeping clients informed and resolving any shipment-related queries promptly.

Skills required:

• 2-4 years of proven experience in ocean export operations or freight forwarding with a UK based freight forwarder
• Understand and experienced in handling customs documentation as well as dealing with entries
• Right to work in the UK (No sponsorship on offer)
• Hands-on experience using shipping line platforms
• Strong understanding of international trade documentation and Incoterms.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and freight management systems.