Freight Coordinator

Position:
Freight Coordinator

Location:

Southampton
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE

Bennett and Game are currently partnering with a leading and fast-growing global procurement and supply chain specialist. They are seeking an experienced and proactive Freight Logistics Coordinator to join the team from their Southampton office.

Job Overview

Coordinate both import and export shipments via air and sea freight for international customers and suppliers
Act as the main point of contact for managing shipments with external freight partners from origin to destination
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with freight partners and negotiate competitive transport rates
Prepare and manage all shipping documentation and transport paperwork (excluding customs clearance)
Issue shipment notifications and progress updates to internal stakeholders and customers in a timely manner
Organise collections and deliveries with overseas suppliers, carriers, and UK receiving points
Monitor shipment progress, proactively resolving delays or issues and keeping stakeholders informed

Job Requirements

Proven experience working as a Freight Forwarder, Freight Coordinator, or in a similar international logistics role
Experience handling international shipments, across both air and sea freight
Good understanding of end-to-end freight movements and international transport processes (customs not required)
Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with overseas agents, suppliers, and freight partners
Able to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
Monday to Friday office hours
Free on-site parking and modern office environment
Company pension
21 days holiday (rising annually to 25) + your birthday off
Sick pay (after probation) and private medical cover after 3 years
Smart-casual dress code and relaxed, supportive team culture
Regular team lunches, socials, and events
Laptop provided and genuine career progression opportunities

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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