Operations Coordinator – Freight Forwarding

SDW Recruitment Ltd; Eling; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SDW Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced freight forwarder in Eling, UK, to manage air, sea, road, and courier shipments. You will work with carriers and suppliers, ensuring maximum profitability and delivering excellent customer service.

Ideal candidates will have import forwarding experience, knowledge of Bills of Lading, and provide detailed attention. The company is known for its innovative approach and commitment to employee wellbeing, offering a competitive salary between £27,000 and £36,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in import forwarding.
• Able to manage shipments from start to finish.
• Familiar with Bills of Lading and shipping documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage air, sea, road, and courier shipments.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and suppliers.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Import forwarding experience

Familiar with shipping documentation

Good eye for detail

Customer service skills

Good IT knowledge

Job description

Do you have solid import & export freight forwarding experience? Ideally multimodal? Confident managing shipments from start to finish and ensuring maximum profitability whilst delivering excellent customer service? If so, we have an exciting opportunity with a fresh thinking, innovative freight forwarder who has seen rapid growth year on year, whom you can build & develop your career with, reaping the rewards.

The Role:

You will be responsible for managing air, sea, road & courier shipments from start to finish. Our client based in Totton is looking for an experienced forwarder who is confident dealing with carriers & suppliers, negotiating rates and compiling quotations. You will be responsible for dealing with overseas agents and managing shipments throughout the process, providing exceptional customer service. Customs entry experience not necessary, as the company has their own dedicated Customs team.

Essential Criteria:

• Previous import forwarding experience
• Familiar with shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading
• Good eye for detail & methodical
• Good customer services skills
• Good IT knowledge

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established, innovative freight forwarder who has a good reputation within the industry and prides itself on looking after its employees and providing a good working environment.

Salary & Benefits:

Our client is looking to pay between £27K & £36K for the right candidate, depending on experience.

Apply today – immediate interviews being held.