Air Freight Coordinator

Due to increased global growth, our client, a leading global logistics provider that provides a high-quality level of freight forwarding and logistics services, are looking to recruit an Air Freight Coordinator to be based at the London Heathrow office in Slough, Berkshire. The Company: A recognised player in the Freight Forwarding and Transportation Industry who also specialise in the Supply Chain and Logistics Solutions. With 80 years of history, their company has established best-practice standards in ground transportation, air and ocean shipments, customs clearance, and supply chain management. Still a family run company where people are treated as people, not numbers and considered for their value. With unchanged passion they strive to balance a growing company in a highly competitive industry, with family ethics and social responsibility. On Offer: * An attractive salary, dependant on skills and experience. Annual salary reviews * Monday – Friday shift pattern: 8.30am – 5.30pm * On commencement 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays * Private medical cover & pension * Access to our Employee Discounts and Perks, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more. Main Purpose of the Role: Reporting to the Air Freight Manager, the Air Freight Co-ordinator will handle air freight forwarding operations from start to finish whilst offering exemplary customer service to the client base. Duties and Responsibilities of the Air Freight Co-ordinator: * The ability to co-ordinate with Network partners and UK clients to arrange air freight shipments to be shipped from origin to destination country * Basic understanding of INCOTERMS and the risk and liabilities of each term * Ensuring all shipments adhere to international trade regulations, customs procedures, and export control laws * To quote shipments prior to movement and applying agree rates where necessary * Building relationships with airlines for cargo bookings and rate negotiations * To liaise with partners to reach out for quotes and rates * Familiarity with various export documents and their purpose * Ensure all air export jobs are completed correctly and in a timely manner * Ensure all customs declaration tasks are completed correctly and in a timely manner * Monitoring the progress of shipments from origin to destination, providing updates to destination partners. * Understanding of HMRC Volumes 1 & 3 of the UK trade tariff. * Ensure the operational system is always used correctly * Maintain regular communications with the network and sales team * Liaise with HMRC and maintenance of customs procedures * Ensure all reports are completed as per provided deadline * Passing invoices from suppliers and providers within 48 hours from receipt * Ensure insurance is charged correctly and ensure insurance claims are given to the claims department immediately To Be Considered: * Proven experience, gained within air freight forwarding operations * Knowledge and experience of Import and/or Export multimodal business * Knowledge/skills required for Air Freight sales and products * Demonstrate quality communication skills along with good presentation skills * Proficient with Microsoft packages especially Ms Excel and general PC knowledge * Good understanding of logistics processes and procedures * Must be able to prioritise and organise own workload with attention to detail For more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry