Sea Freight Export Coordinator

Sea Freight Export Coordinator

Basildon Essex or Manchester 31500 DOE Permanent Full-Time

Perform Recruitment is hiring on behalf of our client an established international freight forwarding and logistics business with a strong UK presence for a Sea Freight Export Coordinator to join their ocean operations team.

The Role
Youll support the sea freight operations team in handling export and cross-trade shipments from start to finish making sure everything is accurate compliant and delivered on time.

What Youll Be Doing

• Managing export and cross-trade shipments including the financial legal and invoicing side
• Preparing and submitting customs export declarations accurately and flagging any amendments to your manager straight away
• Keeping the operating system up to date at all times
• Raising invoices for completed exports within 48 hours
• Recording quotations on the system in a consistent format and passing them to the sales team
• Spotting and reporting new sales leads and handing over shipments
• Working with credit control to follow up on late payments
• Checking insurance charges are applied correctly and passing any claims on promptly
• Helping keep department procedures (SOPs) current and finding ways to improve workflow
• Building good relationships with customers and colleagues across departments
• Covering for team members during holidays and sickness

What Youll Need

• At least 2 years experience in sea freight exports
• Sea imports or air exports experience is a bonus
• Solid understanding of logistics processes and procedures
• Confident with Microsoft Office especially Excel reporting
• Clear professional communication by phone and email
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• An administrative background and the ability to manage your own workload both independently and as part of a team

Working Hours
Monday to Friday 8:30am 5:30pm (1-hour unpaid lunch) 40 hours per week

Whats On Offer

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising by 1 day per year of service (up to 5 extra days)
• An extra paid day off to mark a personal milestone of your choice
• Enhanced pension with employer contribution rising to 9% after 1 year
• Free annual pension and investment review with an independent financial adviser
• Death in Service cover at 3x salary after 6 months
• Private medical insurance after 1 year (subject to eligibility)
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Employee discounts and benefits platform

Interested
Apply now with your up-to-date CV or get in touch with the Perform Recruitment team for a confidential chat.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1