Project Coordinator/ Freight Forwarder

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

5% employer pension contribution

Healthcare cash plan

Life insurance cover

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment in Aberdeen is seeking a Project Coordinator / Freight Forwarder to oversee end-to-end domestic and international shipments across air, sea, and road. You will coordinate with customers, suppliers, freight partners, customs authorities, and internal teams to deliver logistics solutions on schedule.

The role offers hybrid working (up to 2 days from home after training), a strong benefits package, and clear career progression within a global logistics organisation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within freight forwarding, logistics, shipping, project coordination, or supply chain operations.
• Understanding of international freight movements and customs procedures.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue quotations for domestic and international freight shipments.
• Coordinate air, sea, and road freight movements worldwide.
• Arrange cargo collections, transportation, consolidation, and delivery.
• Monitor and track shipments, ensuring goods arrive in line with project schedules and customer requirements.
• Manage customs clearance activities and ensure compliance with all import and export regulations.
• Maintain accurate shipment records, documentation, and electronic files.
• Liaise with global offices, suppliers, carriers, and customers throughout the shipment lifecycle.
• Update internal systems with shipment tracking, costing, and operational information.
• Resolve logistical challenges and provide proactive communication to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company quality, safety, and operational procedures.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Logistics coordination

Shipping

Project coordination

Supply chain operations

Customs procedures

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Project Coordinator / Freight Forwarder

Aberdeen | Full Time | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an organised logistics professional with experience coordinating international shipments and managing complex supply chain activities? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

We're looking for a Project Coordinator / Freight Forwarder to join our growing team in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity to work across international and domestic logistics projects, coordinating the movement of critical cargo by air, sea, and road while building a long-term career with a respected global logistics organisation.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home once fully trained)
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life insurance cover
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career development opportunities within a global business

The Role

As a Project Coordinator / Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for the end-to-end coordination of domestic and international shipments, ensuring cargo is delivered safely, compliantly, and on schedule.

Working closely with customers, suppliers, freight partners, customs authorities, and internal stakeholders, you'll play a key role in delivering successful logistics solutions across a broad range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue quotations for domestic and international freight shipments.
• Coordinate air, sea, and road freight movements worldwide.
• Arrange cargo collections, transportation, consolidation, and delivery.
• Monitor and track shipments, ensuring goods arrive in line with project schedules and customer requirements.
• Manage customs clearance activities and ensure compliance with all import and export regulations.
• Maintain accurate shipment records, documentation, and electronic files.
• Liaise with global offices, suppliers, carriers, and customers throughout the shipment lifecycle.
• Update internal systems with shipment tracking, costing, and operational information.
• Resolve logistical challenges and provide proactive communication to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company quality, safety, and operational procedures.

About You

We would like to hear from candidates with experience in freight forwarding, project logistics, shipping, transportation, import/export, or supply chain operations.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within freight forwarding, logistics, shipping, project coordination, or supply chain operations.
• Understanding of international freight movements and customs procedures.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Self-motivated with a positive and professional attitude.
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Freight Forwarder, Logistics Coordinator, Shipping Coordinator, Supply Chain Coordinator, Imports & Exports Coordinator, or Project Coordinator looking to join a well-established organisation offering genuine career progression, flexibility, and employee benefits