Sea Freight Export Coordinator

Pertemps Bond; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established logistics company in Slough seeks a Sea Freight Export Coordinator for a permanent role. The position involves managing sea freight export shipments from start to finish, ensuring excellent customer service and accurate documentation. Applicants should have prior experience in sea freight exports, strong organisational skills, and a solid understanding of export documentation. This is a full-time role offering competitive salary based on experience, with opportunities for a long-term career.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sea freight exports is essential.
• Strong understanding of export documentation and Incoterms.
• Experience handling shipments from quotation to shipment.

Responsibilities

• Handle sea freight export shipments end to end.
• Prepare and issue sea freight export quotations.
• Manage export shipments from order receipt through to final shipment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills including MS Office

Knowledge of Incoterms

Job description

Job Title: Sea Freight Export Coordinator

Location: Slough

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 DOE

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sea Freight Export Coordinator on behalf of a well-established logistics company based in Slough. This is a permanent role covering the full export process, from quotations through to final shipment.

The Role

You will be responsible for handling sea freight export shipments end to end, ensuring excellent customer service, accurate documentation, and on-time deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and issuing sea freight export quotations
• Booking shipments with shipping lines and freight partners
• Managing export shipments from order receipt through to final shipment
• Preparing and checking all export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading
• Liaising with customers, overseas agents, shipping lines, and hauliers
• Tracking shipments and providing updates to customers
• Ensuring compliance with export regulations and company procedures
• Resolving any shipment issues or delays efficiently

Requirements

• Previous experience in sea freight exports is essential
• Strong understanding of export documentation and Incoterms
• Experience handling shipments from quotation to shipment
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced antifuture environment
• Good IT skills, including MS Office and freight systems

If you have previous sea freight export experience and are looking for a long-term role based in Slough, then apply now!