Senior Freight Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Salford, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full time
Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Freight Imports Coordinator

**Company:** Freight Personnel

**Job Type:** Temporary, 6 Month Contract

**Location:** Salford

**About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Freight Imports Coordinator to join our busy Freight Forwarding team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing key customer requirements relating to their freight shipments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize the import of varied cargo by any or a combination of transport modes
  • Liaise with customers to obtain shipment authorizations
  • Monitor and manage cargo movements from origin to final point of destination
  • Ensure full compliance with appropriate legislation and regulations and all documentation relevant to the movement of import cargo
  • Develop and maintain close relationships with customers
  • Provide regular communication to customers of shipment progress
  • Manage Customs processes necessary for the import of shipments
  • Resolve any customer service issues for the customer
  • Obtain rates and prepare quotations on request or on receipt of a booking
  • Prepare documents for invoicing
  • Liaise with customers to determine other opportunities for new lanes/activity

Requirements:

  • Previous freight forwarding experience gained in imports and experience of international shipping processes is essential
  • Previous experience of working with Cargowise is an advantage but not essential as training can be given
  • Knowledge of import activities
  • Proficient in the use of work/excel and email
  • Previous administrative experience is essential
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Previous experience of working within a fast-paced environment

Package and Benefits:

  • Salary circa £30,000
  • 25 days holiday plus the bank holidays, additional merit day at 5, 10, & 15 years (capped at 28)
  • Life assurance x 2
  • Auto-enrol pension
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free Parking
  • Hybrid working 2 days a week from home


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