Ocean Export Coordinator – Global Freight Growth Path

TLP; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Training and career development

Friendly working environment

Job summary

TLP in Solihull is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Coordinator to manage end-to-end export shipments from booking through to final delivery. You will liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers and customers to ensure the smooth movement of cargo and timely updates, while prioritising accuracy in export documentation.

The role demands excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to handle multiple shipments concurrently, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Qualifications

• Experience in Ocean Export within freight forwarding or similar environment.
• Good understanding of international shipping documentation and export procedures.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Ocean Export process from booking through to final delivery.
• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers, customs brokers and customers to ensure smooth movement of cargo.
• Monitor shipments and provide customers with regular progress updates.
• Prepare and process export documentation accurately and in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate customs clearance and ensure compliance with all UK Export regulations.
• Arrange transport and final deliveries with hauliers and warehouse partners.
• Raise job files, check costs and process supplier and customer invoices.
• Resolve shipment delays or operational issues professionally and timely.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers and overseas partners.
• Ensure all files are completed accurately and meet company KPIs and service standards.

Skills

Ocean export knowledge

Freight forwarding

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Freight forwarding systems

Job description

TLP in Solihull is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Coordinator to manage end-to-end export shipments from booking through to final delivery. You will liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers and customers to ensure the smooth movement of cargo and timely updates, while prioritising accuracy in export documentation.

The role demands excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to handle multiple shipments concurrently, and a proactive approach to problem-solving