Operations Coordinator
| Area | Berkshire, Berkshire |
| Sector | Freight Forwarding |
| Salary | 28000 - 32000 Pounds Sterling |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Ben Mclellan |
| Job Ref | 11140 |
- Description
- Import / Export Clerk
Location: Langley
Salary: Up to GBP32,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday
Working arrangement: Fully office-based
We are recruiting an Import / Export Clerk to join a busy freight-forwarding team based in Langley.
The successful candidate will support air, ocean and road freight shipments across both imports and exports. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with freight-forwarding experience who wants to develop their multimodal operational knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate import and export shipments by air, ocean and road.
Arrange bookings with airlines, shipping lines, hauliers and overseas agents.
Prepare and process shipping documentation.
Monitor shipments from collection through to final delivery.
Keep customers informed of shipment progress and resolve operational queries.
Liaise with customers, carriers, transport providers and internal departments.
Enter and maintain accurate shipment information on CargoWise.
Ensure files are completed accurately and in line with company procedures.
Support the wider operations team with general freight administration.
Skills and Experience
Previous experience within freight forwarding, logistics or shipping.
Some knowledge of air, ocean or road freight operations.
Strong communication and customer-service skills.
Good attention to detail and organisational ability.
Comfortable working in with one other person, office-based environment.
CargoWise experience would be beneficial but is not essential, as training can be provided.
Customs-clearance experience is not required.
Benefits
Salary of up to GBP32,000, depending on experience.
Monday-to-Friday working hours.
CargoWise training available.
Opportunity to gain experience across air, ocean and road imports and exports.
Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
If you do not hear from us within 7 days, your application has been unsuccessful
