FRENCH SELECTION (FS)
Logistics and Shipping Coordinator
Location: London
Salary: circa £40,000 OTE
Ref: 763LP
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A well-established international trading and distribution organisation with operations across the UK, Europe, and global markets, focused on efficiency, compliance, and customer service.
Main duties:
Manage daily UK, EU, and international logistics and shipping to ensure accurate order processing and timely deliveries.
The role:
- Manage UK, EU, and international shipments
- Process purchase and sales orders with accuracy and on schedule
- Prepare and verify all shipping documents (COO, BOL, etc.)
- Track shipments to prevent delays, demurrage, and customs issues
- Coordinate with freight forwarders, hauliers, suppliers, and sales teams
- Maintain stock and inventory control
- Support audits, compliance, and admin tasks
- Cover colleagues during absences and assist the Senior Shipping Manager
- Present updates at monthly operations meetings
The candidate:
- University degree preferred in supply chain, logistics, or international trade
- Strong logistics/shipping experience, with minimum 2 years in one role
- Good knowledge of UK/EU import-export processes and shipping terms (Incoterms, customs, etc.)
- Experienced with tank trucks, ISO containers, drums, IBCs
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to multitask
- Confident communicator with a proactive attitude
- Excellent Excel skills; knowledge of UK bonded warehouses and HMRC excise compliance a plus
The salary: £35,000 to £38,000 per annum plus discretionary bonus based on KPI and company performance