Export Freight Coordinator

Export Freight Co-ordinator

Location: Slough

Salary: Starting at £35,000 (DOE)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday

Our client is a specialist in Hazardous Cargo logistics, with each office supported by an in-house DGSA. All consignments shipped are fully compliant with ADR and IMDG regulations. They are now seeking an experienced Export Freight Co-ordinator to join their London operation.

• Data entry, booking collection and preparing them for export entry.
• Use various forms of communication to engage with customers regarding bookings and any job queries that they may have.
• Develop constructive relationships with key customers, understanding the clients’ business and meeting their shipping needs.
• Co-ordination of export groupage and of full-load movements.
• Provide transport companies with the relevant information to ensure customer collection / delivery requirements are met.
• Monitor incoming mail and highlight potential problem areas to relevant staff.
• Promote and maintain image, procedures and standards as set and with management.
• Late finish to be done at least once a week for loading and customs completion.
• Action other ad hoc duties as requested by team leader.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in groupage shipping
• Good knowledge and experience of exports and customs procedures
• Able to work toward and meet deadlines
• Computer literate
• Able to plan ahead
• A proactive attitude
• Excellent customer service and communication skills