Air & Sea Freight Coordinator

Sea & Air Freight Operator
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: up to £32,000 + Benefits

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Hybrid working available after probation)

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading freight forwarding and logistics business that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality transport solutions across Europe and beyond. Following continued growth, they are now looking to expand their Sea & Air department with an experienced Sea & Air Freight Operator.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a proven background in sea and air freight to join a dynamic and supportive team, with the chance to contribute to the growth of a key business division.

Air and Ocean Freight Coordinator

You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of sea and air services, ensuring the smooth relay of information between customers, partners, and subcontractors. Duties include:

• Arranging import and export movements via sea and air (FCL, LCL, cross-trade).
• Liaising with shipping lines, hauliers, overseas partners, and agents.
• Providing accurate updates to customers and ensuring smooth transit.
• Quoting for new business and negotiating rates with carriers and clients.
• Processing export documentation (bills of lading, air waybills, certificates of origin, etc.).
• Maintaining strong relationships with existing and new customers.
• Updating transport software and ensuring accurate records.
• Supporting insurance claim processes where required.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sea and air exports.
• Previous experience with imports and export documentation.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, proactive approach.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package with bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (full office-based during probation)
• Company pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical & dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Company events
• Sick pay

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