Job Description
Freight Coordinator
Reports to: Operations Manager
Location: Hybrid (1 day WFH)
Salary: Up to 35,000 + Bonus
We’re working with a globally established logistics and supply chain organisation to recruit a Freight Coordinator into their growing team. This business operates across international markets, supporting complex supply chains within sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and commodities, with a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and sustainability.
Why Apply?
You’ll be joining a well-established, internationally recognised organisation with nearly a century of experience across logistics, quality, and risk management services. The business operates across multiple industries including agriculture, energy, sustainability, and global trade, offering strong long-term career prospects.
Package & Benefits:
- Salary up to 35,000
- Annual Performance bonus up to 3,000
- 33 days holiday
- Pension (5% + 3%)
- Healthcare scheme
- Employee discount programme
- EV discount scheme
- Hybrid working (1 day WFH)
The Role
This is a varied and hands-on position where you’ll support the Operations Manager and wider forwarding team across operational, administrative, and commercial activities.
Full training will be provided, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career within freight forwarding.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating international and domestic air, ocean, and road freight (imports & exports)
- Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and company processes
- Handling customs clearance and providing consultancy support
- Preparing multi-modal freight quotations
- Liaising with overseas clients, partners, and agents
- Completing shipping documentation (airwaybills, bills of lading, CMR notes)
- Managing GRNs and coding purchase invoices
- Preparing sales invoices and maintaining accurate e-filing systems
- Supporting supplier negotiations to ensure value for money and service quality
- Assisting with month-end financial processes
- Maintaining high standards of health & safety and compliance
Performance Measures
Success in this role will be measured through:
- Accuracy of bookings, quotations, billing, and conversions
- Effective job control delivered on time and within budget
- High-quality client communication and job tracking
- Adherence to HMRC regulations, Incoterms, and internal processes
- Positive feedback from clients and internal teams
About You
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in freight forwarding or airline handling operations
- Knowledge of HMRC systems and customs processes
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Competent with Microsoft Office
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Minimum Maths & English (or equivalent)
WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
