Ocean Freight Specialist (Import & Export)
£40,000 - £50,000 + Company Benefits + Progression
Nottingham - Office based
Are you a Sea Freight Specialist ready to become the go-to expert in a fast-growing global logistics business, taking ownership of high-value international shipments across key trade lanes while playing a critical role in delivering complex, time-sensitive freight solutions, with clear progression, ongoing development and strong company benefits?
This established, privately owned logistics provider, with around 20 years of experience, delivers tailored freight solutions across road, air, sea and rail. They support businesses with everything from standard shipments to complex and oversized cargo, working closely with a global network of carriers, NVOCCs and overseas agents across sectors including manufacturing, construction, retail and FMCG.
In this role, you will manage sea freight shipments from quotation through to delivery, ensuring consignments are well-planned, cost-effective and delivered on time. Coordinating bookings with shipping lines and agents, you will track progress across key milestones and maintain clear, professional communication with customers and suppliers throughout. You will also handle documentation, support customs where required, and resolve any issues efficiently. Based in Nottingham, this is a Monday to Friday role, 9:00-17:00.
This role would suit a Logistics Coordinator with sea freight experience looking to take ownership of global shipments in a fast-growing logistics business with clear progression and strong benefits.
The Role:
Manage sea freight shipments from quotation through to delivery
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Source and review supplier rates from shipping lines, co-loaders and agents to ensure accurate, commercially viable pricing
Track shipments and provide proactive updates to customers and internal teams
Handle delays or service issues, providing clear solutions and escalation where required
Support documentation and customs processes to ensure smooth import and export movements
Based in Nottingham, 9:00-17:00
The Person:
Experience in freight forwarding or sea freight operations (import and export)
Comfortable working with rates, margins and commercial decision-making
Confident using internal systems and keeping records accurate and up to date
Commutable to Nottingham
Reference: BBBH24560A
Sea, Freight, Ocean, Import, Export, Forwarding, Logistics, Coordinator, Shipping, Quotes, Rates, Bookings, Shipment Tracking, Consignments, Customer Updates, Supplier Liaison, Documentation, Customs, Compliance, Problem Solving, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
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