Sea Freight Coordinator

Formula One Management Limited; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sports organization is seeking a Sea Freight Coordinator in Biggin Hill. The successful candidate will coordinate the transport and distribution of company equipment while ensuring compliance with regulations. Duties include preparing shipping documentation, liaising with logistics partners, and maintaining safety standards. This role requires strong logistics experience and Dangerous Goods Awareness certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, focusing on sea freight.
• Hold Dangerous Goods Awareness certification.
• Experience with warehouse management software and stock control systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transport and distribution of equipment worldwide.
• Prepare shipping documentation and declarations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and H&S protocols.

Skills

Logistics experience

Dangerous Goods Awareness certification

Knowledge of import/export documentation

Warehouse management software experience

Job description

Time left to apply: End Date: August 4, 2025 (2 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: JR100834

Formula 1 covers a wide range of disciplines across various industry sectors, drawing the best from our teams of technicians, engineers, and media rights specialists, and encouraging creativity in digital and traditional media, marketing, and communications.

We are recruiting for a Sea Freight Coordinator to join our Stock Control and Distribution team based at our Biggin Hill office.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate the transport and distribution of company equipment worldwide, including hazardous goods, in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Operate plant, including forklifts, as required and when qualified.
• Accurately prepare shipping documentation and declarations as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for sea freight enquiries and requirements.
• Liaise with logistics partners and regulatory bodies, maintaining positive relationships.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s Known Consignor Security Program and Security policies.
• Contribute to and prepare reports related to freight and sustainability.
• Advise on freight legislation implications, exploring shipping options to meet targets while ensuring compliance.
• Assist in developing and updating internal systems related to freight and distribution, including stock control and asset tracking.
• Support logistics planning and budget preparation.
• Monitor and report on work progress, updating the Head of Department regularly.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and H&S protocols.
• Experience with warehouse management software and stock control systems.
• Hold Dangerous Goods Awareness certification.
• Experience in logistics, focusing on sea freight.
• Knowledge of import/export documentation, including ATA Carnets.

Division: Corporate

Here's how we roll

Formula 1 delivers the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle with innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability at its core. As the global rights holder, our team delivers the 24-race calendar directly to passionate fans worldwide.

All on-screen and event experiences are made possible by our dedicated teams across engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, and communications, working to maximize the sport's potential.

We focus on delivering excellence for fans and partners, making a positive impact in the communities we visit, and promoting sustainability and accessibility. Our commitment to being Net Zero by 2030 and fostering diversity and inclusion reflects our dedication to responsible growth and community engagement.