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Import Coordinator

Wild Recruitment
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Southampton, Hampshire SO152AE, England

Salary

£28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an Import Coordinator on a 9-month fixed-term contract with core working hours from Monday to Friday.
  • The role offers a salary of £30,000 and requires 1-3 years of experience in freight forwarding or import logistics.
  • Key responsibilities include managing end-to-end import operations, liaising with overseas agents, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication skills, familiarity with freight software, and a proactive problem-solving attitude.
  • The successful applicant must be available to start in the first week of September.

Import Coordinator

9 months FTC

Monday to Friday - Core Working Hours

30,000

Join a leading freight forwarder based in Southampton where your coordination skills keep global trade moving.

They are seeking a detail-oriented Import Coordinator to manage international shipments from origin to destination.

Your Day-to-Day:
  • Handle end-to-end import operations across sea, air, and road freight

  • Liaise with overseas agents, carriers, and customs to ensure timely delivery

  • Prepare and process import documentation

  • Monitor shipments, update clients, and resolve delays or discrepancies

  • Ensure compliance with HMRC and international trade regulations

  • Maintain accurate records and update internal systems with shipment milestones

  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth handover to warehousing or final delivery




What You'll Bring:

  • Experience in freight forwarding or import logistics (1-3 years ideal)

  • Strong knowledge of Imports and customs procedures

  • Excellent communication skills and customer service mindset

  • Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure

  • Familiarity with freight software (e.g. CargoWise, ASM, or similar)

  • Must have experience with CDS
  • A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a keen eye for detail

You must be able to start the first week of September, if you can and have experience with Imports or Freight, please get in touch or apply today!!


Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

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