Our client is currently hiring an Operations Coordinator for immediate start.
They are looking for candidates who have a proactive, can do attitude, who are highly motivated & quick learners, ideally with 2-3 years industry experience handling import, export and cross trade shipments from start to finish.
If you’re interested in being part of a fast growing company, learning from some of the best, while also having room for personal and professional growth, and a general interest for how ‘digital’ forwarders are merging the best of technology and traditional customer service, then please send us your CV.
What we offer:
● Fast paced work environment where you can learn a lot
● Room for personal and career progression
● You will be at the forefront of the industry as it goes through change
● A competitive compensation package
Expected Skills:
● Minimum 2-3 yrs desired experience working at a UK-based Freight Forwarder
● Good understanding of the industry across the main modes of transport (Air, Road, Sea)
● Strong in imports and a good understanding of exports and cross trade processes
● Full understanding of Incoterms
● Good understanding of UK Customs formalities
● Based in / available to work in Central London
We’re eager to work with people who are/have:
● Proactive, ‘can do’ attitude
● Motivated, organised and quick learners
● Enthusiastic to learn
● Strong customer service skills
● Attention to detail
● Multi tasking skills & strong administrative skills
● Clear communicator both written and verbally
● Adaptable to change
● Interest in technology
● Good timekeeper
● Comfortable in taking directions / supervision
● Appreciation that it’s not always a 9-5 industry
● Able to work under pressure and sometimes without supervision
● Able to work with Google Drive / Email
● Able to work to deadlines
Day to Day Role & Responsibilities to include
● We don’t split our teams into defined responsibilities, so you will be working on getting shipments moving from A to Z, with great oversight and support from our Senior Team Members
● You will report to the Logistics Manager / Head of Logistics
● The role will include imports, exports and cross trade shipments via air, sea and at times road.
● Operationally responsible for some of our key/ VIP customers
● Monitoring and tracking shipments
● Generating / cross checking documentation for and from both our customers and suppliers