Logistics Coordinator

Teamwork Selection Ltd.; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

International exposure (UK/USA) supply

Job summary

Teamwork Selection Ltd. in Barnwood, Gloucestershire, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage the end-to-end inbound supply chain for the UK and USA.

You will coordinate international shipments, customs clearance and warehouse deliveries to ensure on-time, in-full, on-budget results. The role requires strong organisational and analytical skills, plus experience with Excel and IT systems; familiarity with Brightpearl is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, international freight, importing or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of sea and air freight, customs clearance and international shipping documentation.
• Understanding of commodity and tariff codes, import duty, VAT and Incoterms.
• Strong organisational and multi‑shipment management abilities.
• Excellent analytical and budget/reporting skills.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Excel; Brightpearl experience advantageous.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercial mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Willingness to own the role and develop knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international sea and air freight shipments, including quotes, booking and tracking.
• Manage container shipments and deliveries from ports to UK/USA warehouses.
• Oversee customs clearance, import documentation, tariff codes, duty and VAT.
• Monitor shipment schedules, chase suppliers and communicate delivery updates.
• Coordinate warehouse bookings and resolve discrepancies, shortages and damaged goods.
• Maintain relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, brokers and suppliers.
• Monitor freight expenditure, review invoices and landed cost calculations.
• Provide regular reports on delivery performance, lead times and costs.
• Ensure shipping documents and declarations are accurate and compliant.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Finance, Warehouse and Quality Control teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Logistics experience

Freight knowledge

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication

Tools

Brightpearl

MS Office

Job description

Logistics Coordinator

Location: Barnwood, Gloucester
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, 12-month contract
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home

About the Role

Teamwork Selection is recruiting a Logistics Coordinator for our client based in Barnwood, Gloucester.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and commercially minded logistics professional to manage the end-to-end inbound supply chain for the UK and USA. You will coordinate international shipments, customs clearance and warehouse deliveries, ensuring products arrive on time, in full and within budget.

Working closely with the Merchandising Team, suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers and warehouse teams, you will play a key role in maintaining stock availability, controlling costs and ensuring smooth supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international sea and air freight shipments, including obtaining quotes, booking transport and tracking deliveries.
• Manage container shipments and deliveries from ports to warehouses across the UK and USA.
• Oversee customs clearance, import documentation, commodity codes, tariffs, duty and import VAT.
• Monitor shipment schedules, chase suppliers and factories, and communicate updates on expected delivery dates.
• Coordinate warehouse bookings and resolve delivery discrepancies, shortages and damaged goods.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers and suppliers.
• Monitor freight expenditure, review invoices and help maintain accurate landed cost calculations.
• Maintain shipment tracking systems and provide regular reports on delivery performance, lead times and freight costs.
• Ensure shipping documentation and customs declarations are accurate and compliant.
• Work closely with Merchandising, Finance, Warehouse, Quality Control and other teams to identify and resolve supply chain issues.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Experience in logistics, international freight, importing or supply chain operations, preferably within a fast-paced retail environment.
• Knowledge of sea and air freight, customs clearance and international shipping documentation.
• An understanding of commodity and tariff codes, import duty, VAT and Incoterms.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills and confidence working with data, reports and budgets.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Excel. Experience with Brightpearl or other stock management systems would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commercial mindset, strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The willingness to take ownership of the role and develop their knowledge and skills.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working, with one day per week from home.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• The opportunity to work within an international supply chain supporting the UK and USA.
• A varied role with responsibility for logistics coordination, cost control and supply chain performance.