Position: Freight Coordinator - European Road Freight & Courier Shipments
Location: Chandlers Ford
Salary Range - 28,000 - 35,000 Depending on experience
Hours: Monday - Friday 37.5 hour week
Are you ready to take the next step in your freight and logistics career? Join one of Europe's leading specialist providers of tailor-made air, rail, road, and freight transportation services. With a strong focus on hazardous materials, we've built a reputation as a trusted freight management and dangerous goods shipping expert across the UK and Europe.
As we move into an exciting phase of growth through 2025 and beyond, we're looking for a Freight Coordinator to join our small, dynamic operations team based at our Chandlers Ford office.
Freight Coordinator Role
As a Freight Coordinator, you'll be responsible for managing end-to-end freight forwarding services, with a particular focus on European road freight and courier shipments. You'll play a key part in ensuring our clients' shipments are handled efficiently, safely, and with the highest levels of service.
Freight Coordinator Key Responsibilities:
- Manage freight forwarding operations from start to finish for import/export consignments via multi-modal transport (road, air, and sea).
- Coordinate and monitor courier and European road shipments.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain strong communication with clients at all levels.
- Prepare and issue freight quotes and rates.
- Produce essential shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading and Letters of Credit.
- Complete customs clearance documentation and procedures accurately.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience within the UK freight or logistics industry (road freight or courier experience preferred).
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Experience with hazardous materials is advantageous but not essential-training can be provided.
- A team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a market-leading specialist freight company with strong industry recognition.
- Work in a supportive and friendly team environment in Chandlers Ford.
- Benefit from clear progression pathways and long-term development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and realistic career progression in a growing organisation.
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