Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator

Location: Aberdeen
Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time

Our client is looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join their operations team in Aberdeen. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in freight forwarding, logistics or customs who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment coordinating shipments across air, sea and road freight.

The successful candidate will play a key role in arranging the movement of goods, preparing customs and shipping documentation, and ensuring all shipments are managed in line with customer requirements and HMRC regulations.

• Coordinate the transportation of goods across air, sea and road freight.
• Arrange shipments from collection through to final delivery.
• Prepare import and export shipping documentation, including commercial invoices and packing lists.
• Ensure customs documentation is completed accurately and compliantly.
• Obtain and process import and export entries to satisfy audit requirements.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers and customers to ensure the smooth movement of shipments.
• Maintain client HMRC records where required.
• Ensure all shipments comply with current HMRC regulations, Incoterms and customs commodity codes.
• Monitor shipments and proactively resolve any issues to minimise delays.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and operational documentation.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and internal departments.
• Deliver a high level of customer service throughout the shipment lifecycle.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within freight forwarding, logistics, customs or a similar role.
• Experience coordinating air, sea and road freight shipments.
• Strong customs knowledge and understanding of UK import and export procedures.
• Good understanding of HMRC regulations, Incoterms and customs commodity codes.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Salary up to £35,000
  , depending on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Opportunity to join a well-established international freight forwarding business.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and career development.