LCL Import Coordinator

LCL Import Coordinator

Location: Tilbury, Essex

Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Company

Our client is an established UK freight forwarding and logistics company, with over 40 years of experience within the industry. Based in Tilbury, they are ideally positioned within the South East's major shipping and logistics network.

The business specialises in international freight forwarding across air, sea, road and rail, with particular expertise in Far East ocean imports and customs clearance. They work with an extensive network of overseas agents, shipping lines, airlines, hauliers and other logistics partners to provide efficient and cost-effective transport solutions to customers worldwide.

The company has a strong reputation for delivering a personal, customer-focused service and offers a supportive and collaborative working environment.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive Import Logistics Executive to join an experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with freight forwarding experience who enjoys working across the operational side of imports and wants to develop their knowledge across multiple transport modes.

Key Responsibilities

Liaising with customers, suppliers and subcontractors, including shipping lines, hauliers and depots

Raising internal files

Preparing invoices

Processing supplier invoices and resolving any discrepancies

Monitoring vessel arrivals

Organising collections and deliveries to ensure customer deadlines are met

Following up after delivery to confirm customer satisfaction

Identifying opportunities to further support customers and develop the serviceResponsibilities may evolve over time in line with the operational requirements of the business.

Candidate Requirements

Minimum 2 years' experience working for a small to medium-sized UK based freight forwarder

Experience using CNS and Destin8

Freight forwarding software experience; Multi-Freight experience would be beneficial

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills and a friendly personality

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Strong team player with a proactive and dynamic approach

Excellent mathematical and English skills

Why Join?

Established and experienced freight forwarding business

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunity to develop your freight forwarding and import knowledge

Work alongside an experienced and motivated team

Exposure to sea, road, air and rail freight

Opportunity for professional growth and development

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy