Freight Forwarder

A leading multi-site global logistics company is seeking an experienced Freight Coordinator to join its team in Winchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a freight professional with strong Air and Sea Freight experience and a solid understanding of customs procedures to join a growing and well-established organisation.

Package

• Salary up to £35,000
• 25 days holiday plus bank and public holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Contributory Health Cash Plan
• Access to free and discounted financial advice
• On-site parking

The Role

As a Freight Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing international Air and Sea Freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring a high level of service is delivered to customers and partners worldwide.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing day-to-day bookings for worldwide Air and Sea Freight shipments
• Coordinating shipments from booking through to final delivery
• Completing customs entries for imported goods
• Raising and maintaining job files and all associated documentation
• Processing shipments using the company’s in-house freight software system
• Liaising extensively with suppliers, carriers, and overseas agents
• Negotiating rates and services with suppliers
• Supporting the sales team with quotations and service updates
• Invoicing completed shipments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant customs and freight regulations

Requirements

• Previous experience in both Air Freight and Sea Freight operations is essential
• Experience with a UK based freight forwarder is required
• Proven experience managing shipments from start to finish
• Customs entries experience is essential
• Strong understanding of international freight forwarding processes
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced logistics environment

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy