Role: Senior Freight Coordinator Location: Doncaster Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 The Role The role as Senior Freight Coordinator will see you sit at the centre of inbound freight - managing shipments across sea, air, and road, ensuring product lands on time, in full, and in the most cost-effective way possible. You'll be dealing with a mix of suppliers, forwarders, and internal stakeholders - so the ability to challenge, prioritise, and make decisions is key. Key Responsibilities Managing inbound freight from international and domestic suppliers through to DC delivery Planning and booking containers, tracking shipments, and staying ahead of issues Proactively resolving delays before they impact stock availability Working closely with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers Holding partners accountable on service, cost, and performance Ensuring all documentation and customs requirements are accurate and compliant Monitoring freight spend, approving invoices, and spotting cost leakage Reducing demurrage, detention, and unnecessary storage costs Aligning closely with buying, planning, and warehouse teams during peak periods Key Experiences Proven experience in freight forwarding, shipping, or inbound logistics (Ideally as a Senior Freight Coordinator) Strong understanding of international freight (sea freight essential, air/road a bonus) Confident working with forwarders, carriers, and suppliers globally Good grasp of customs processes, documentation, and Incoterms Commercially aware - someone who cares about cost, not just movement Calm under pressure and able to prioritise when everything is urgent