Position: Freight Coordinator
Location: Southampton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (APPROX)
Salary: up to £35,000 (DEO)
We are recruiting for our client, who is growing their experienced team. They are a leading a specialist in multimodal freight solutions across the UK and globally.
The Role:
As a Freight Coordinator, you will play a key role in managing and coordinating both import and export shipments, with a particular emphasis on road freight and courier services to begin with. Experience in ocean & air freight is highly desirable, as you will be supporting the team moving forward.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate end-to-end freight movements (road, courier, air and ocean)
Prepare and issue shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs declarations
Provide timely and competitive freight quotes to clients and internal teams
Liaise with carriers, customs brokers, and overseas agents
Ensure compliance with import/export regulations
Track and trace shipments, providing regular updates to stakeholders
Maintain accurate records in freight systems and databases
Requirements:
Experience working with a UK-based freight forwarder is essential!
Strong understanding of road freight and courier networks (UK & EU)
Working knowledge of ocean freight procedures (FCL, LCL, Incoterms)
Familiarity with customs clearance for both imports and exports
Proficient in using freight systems and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
#freight coordinator #road freight #sea freight #air freight #customs #courier
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy