Road Freight Coordinator - Heathrow
We're looking for a hands-on European Road Freight Coordinator to manage the full operational process for import and export shipments, with a focus on groupage movements. This is a fast-paced role covering everything from booking and documentation to liaising with hauliers and ensuring smooth customs processes. This role will be based in Sunbury-on-Thames.
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday - 09:00-17:30
Salary: Up to £35,000
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate start-to-finish groupage shipments across UK and EU routes.
Manage transport bookings, collections, and final deliveries.
Ensure accurate documentation and timely communication with customers and carriers.
Work closely with internal teams and external partners to resolve delays or issues.
Support customs processes including GMR, GVMS, ENS, and T1 documentation.
Understand and apply procedures such as Home Use, IPR, TA, CW, as required.
Maintain accurate shipment records and update systems accordingly.
Requirements:
Experience in European road freight operations for a UK based freight forwarder, ideally with groupage.
Solid understanding of import/export processes and basic customs knowledge.
Comfortable using freight systems and documentation platforms.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities under pressure.
Proactive, organised, and team-oriented approach.
Knowledge of HS codes, POA, and PVA is useful 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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