Export Freight Coordinator - Leeds - Up to £40,000
Our client, who are an established independent freight forwarder based in Leeds, are seeking an experienced Export Freight Coordinator to join their team. This is a start-to-finish role covering air and ocean freight exports, offering the opportunity to manage a diverse range of shipments including general cargo, project freight, and occasional OOG/breakbulk consignments.
The successful candidate will take full ownership of shipments, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellent customer service throughout the process.
Location: Leeds
Salary: Up to £40,000
Hours: 08:30 - 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
Job Type: Permanent
Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays
Other: Annual bonus & pension
Responsibilities
Coordinate start-to-finish export processes for both air and sea freight shipments.
Prepare and manage all shipping and customs documentation, including bills of lading, air waybills, export declarations, and commercial invoices.
Ensure compliance with customs regulations, export controls, and legal requirements.
Arrange collections, worldwide transport, and final deliveries in line with customer requirements.
Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
Monitor shipments proactively and keep customers fully updated throughout the process.
Respond promptly to customer queries, resolving any operational or documentation issues.
Maintain accurate records and filing systems (both electronic and paper-based) to meet compliance standards.
Support billing and finance by preparing invoices, updating client databases, and tracking shipments.
Assist with ad-hoc administrative duties, including generating and distributing documentation.Requirements:
Previous experience in export freight forwarding with a UK-based forwarder (air and/or ocean essential).
Solid knowledge of export shipping documentation and customs clearance processes.
Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Experience in project freight, breakbulk, or OOG cargo is desirable but not essential.WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
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