Seafreight Import Co-Ordinator

Seafreight Import Co-Ordinator | Knowsley | Full Time | Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | £30,000 per annum

As a key part of our logistics and supply chain department, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating sea freight and road freight shipments, ensuring efficient and timely import/export operations. You will support the distribution of our temporary steel fencing products to both domestic and international markets.

The Role

As a Seafreight Import Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating sea freight and road freight shipments, ensuring efficient and timely import/export operations. You will support the distribution of temporary steel fencing products to both domestic and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of sea freight shipments, including booking cargo, arranging transport and ensuring compliance with shipping regulations




• Prepare and manage necessary documentation, such as Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists and Certificates of Origin




• Ensure full compliance with customs regulations for both imports and exports, submitting declarations and working with customs brokers where required




• Submit documents for import and export customs clearance and ensure documentation is passed to relevant departments for road deliveries in and out of the UK, Ireland and Europe




• Track shipments, maintaining accurate status updates and providing regular progress reports to internal teams




• Build and maintain strong relationships with shipping lines, freight forwarders, customs brokers and other logistics providers




• Resolve issues that may arise during shipping, such as delays, damage, or customs holds, and implement solutions effectively




• Monitor freight costs, negotiate competitive rates with suppliers and ensure shipments stay within budget




• Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure sufficient stock levels and help coordinate customer orders and stock management on internal systems




• Assist with customer enquiries related to shipping schedules, delays or delivery updates

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience in a sea freight/logistics role




• Strong understanding of sea freight logistics, import/export documentation and customs clearance processes




• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with external vendors, freight forwarders and internal teams




• A high level of accuracy, especially when preparing and reviewing shipping documents




• A proactive approach to resolving issues in the shipping process




• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel




• Experience with shipping/logistics software




• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment




• Able to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently when required

Desirable

• Relevant certifications in logistics, shipping or import/export

What's In It For You

• £30,000 salary




• Full-time, permanent office-based position




• Opportunity to advance your career in logistics and Seafreight imports, working for a growing business that manufactures temporary steel fencing

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