Ocean and Road Freight Coordinator

Ocean and Road Freight Coordinator Location: Liverpool Salary: Up to -36,000 DOE Sector: Freight Forwarding & Logistics

I''m currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established international logistics provider for an Operations Coordinator to join their growing team in Liverpool.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected freight forwarding business with a strong global network, a collaborative working culture, and ambitious growth plans. The company has built an excellent reputation within the market for delivering tailored supply chain and freight solutions to customers across a range of industries.

With continued investment in both people and technology, they are looking for an experienced Ocean and Road Freight Coordinator who can manage fast paced Freight shipments while delivering exceptional customer service.

• Salary up to -36,000 depending on experience
• Join a financially stable and growing international Logistics business
• Opportunity to work across multiple modes of transport
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression and development
• Exposure to global supply chain operations and international trade
• Modern working environment with investment in systems and technology
• Work for a business that values employee development and long-term career growth
• Be part of an organisation with a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence

As Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the movement of import and export shipments across Ocean and Road Freight services, ensuring smooth execution from booking through to final delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing Ocean Import and Export shipments from origin to destination
• Coordinating Road Freight Import and Export movements throughout the UK and Europe
• Liaising with customers, overseas partners, carriers, hauliers and customs authorities
• Arranging bookings and monitoring shipments throughout transit
• Preparing and checking freight documentation
• Providing proactive shipment updates and resolving operational issues
• Supporting customs clearance processes where required
• Managing relationships with suppliers and service providers
• Ensuring all shipment records and operational files are maintained accurately
• Delivering a high level of customer service at all times

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous freight forwarding or logistics operations experience
• Experience handling Ocean Freight imports and exports
• Knowledge of Road Freight operations
• Understanding of end-to-end freight forwarding processes
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously
• Experience using freight forwarding systems and Microsoft Office applications
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach

This opportunity would suit an experienced Freight Forwarding Coordinator, Import/Export Operator, Multi modal Operator or Logistics Coordinator looking to take the next step in their career with a forward-thinking logistics business.

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