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Location: Central Birmingham
Salary: Up to 36,000 (DOE)
As a recruiter partnering with a growing and ambitious freight forwarding business based in central Birmingham, I'm currently looking to recruit an Ocean Import Coordinator to join their expanding team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced import professional who wants to be part of a company that genuinely invests in its people, offers outstanding benefits, and is continuing to grow year on year.
The Role:
Managing the end-to-end ocean import process
Coordinating FCL and LCL import shipments
Liaising with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers, and customers
Preparing and checking import documentation
Tracking shipments and providing proactive updates to customers
Ensuring customs clearance processes are completed accurately
Resolving queries and issues in a timely and professional manner
Maintaining accurate records within freight systems
The Ideal Candidate:
Previous experience in ocean freight imports (essential)
Strong understanding of import documentation and procedures
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Well organised with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment
A proactive and team-focused approach
What's on Offer:
Salary up to 36,000, depending on experience
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Office based role in central Birmingham
A supportive and collaborative working culture
Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
Company-paid holiday away in Europe, rewarding team success and performance
This role offers far more than just a job-it's a chance to join a business that values its team, rewards hard work, and creates a positive, engaging working environment.
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
