Ocean Freight Planning Coordinator

Location: Trafford Park

Ocean Freight Planning Coordinator
- Shipping & Freight
- Manchester
- Up to £28,000
 
About the Company
 
Our client is one of the UK's leading international freight forwarding and logistics providers, delivering comprehensive road, sea, air, and supply chain solutions to customers worldwide. With a strong reputation for service excellence and continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Ocean Freight Planning Coordinator to join their busy Manchester operations team.
 
This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive logistics professional to play a key role in coordinating international transport operations, ensuring shipments move efficiently while delivering exceptional service to customers and overseas partners.
 
Ocean Freight Planning Coordinator - The details
 
Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Ongoing training and professional development
Career progression opportunities within a well established international logistics business
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Full-time, permanent position
Opportunity to work with a respected leader in the freight forwarding industry   Ocean Freight Planning Coordinator - Requirements
 
Previous experience within freight forwarding, logistics, transport planning, or international shipping
Good understanding of import and export transport operations
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple departments and external partners
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to prioritise workload in a fast paced operational environment
Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment   Desirable
 
Knowledge of customs procedures and HMRC import/export requirements
Understanding of Dangerous Goods Regulations
Experience using freight forwarding or transport management systems
Previous experience coordinating international road freight, sea freight, or multimodal transport
Knowledge of logistics planning and load optimisation  Ocean Freight Planning Coordinator  - Responsibilities
 
Coordinate international import and export shipments from booking through to delivery
Arrange transport movements and prepare all associated shipping documentation
Plan vehicle loads in the most efficient and cost-effective manner, working closely with other branches and planning teams
Liaise with warehouses, transport providers, overseas offices, and internal departments to coordinate loading and delivery schedules
Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve issues that may impact transit times
Keep Customer Relationship Teams updated on shipment status and any operational changes
Ensure partner accounting and job costing are completed accurately and within required timescales
Process transport documentation in accordance with HMRC customs requirements
Maintain accurate records across internal systems and ensure all documentation is up to date
Build and maintain strong working relationships with international partners and internal stakeholders
Identify and pass potential customer opportunities to the relevant sales or customer relationship teams
Support claims administration by gathering information and escalating issues where required
Prepare operational reports and management information as requested
Ensure compliance with company procedures, customs regulations, dangerous goods legislation, quality standards, and health and safety requirements   About Us
 
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