At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate global accounts, manage shipments, and deliver top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join Davies Turner, a leading UK freight forwarder with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 27 days holiday, private healthcare, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Great career growth potential in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact in logistics.
- Qualifications: Office admin experience is a plus; strong problem-solving skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 25000 £ per year.
Davies Turner has an exciting opportunity for a Global Accounts Coordinator to join their Global Accounts Team based in Manchester.
Location: Manchester, M17 1DY
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09.00-17.30 (37.5 hours)
Closing Date: Thursday 25th June 2026, 17.30
A little about Davies Turner Group: Davies Turner Plc is a British based multimodal freight forwarder specialising in logistics, e-commerce and warehousing. As one of the largest independent freight forwarding companies in the UK we manage freight from around the world, by road and rail, through the air and across the oceans. The business remains family owned and was founded in 1870 with 19 branches across the U.K. Our turnover is in excess of £225 million and rapidly growing with nearly 1,000 colleagues.
The Role: To provide shipping, transport and forwarding expertise, build and develop relationships with customers in order to generate and increase business. Understanding customers' needs and requirements and promote internal solutions across the Davies Turner services range. To provide service information, quotations, take bookings and champion the needs of the customer.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Provide service information, quotations and take bookings while delivering high standards of customer service
- Handle shipments by road and sea forwarding, protect company finances by monitoring credit ratings and outstanding balances
- Receive incoming enquiries, collect necessary information and process bookings accurately and efficiently
- Follow up quotations with customers and work to secure business opportunities
- Collate information to handle order progress enquiries and keep customers informed of status
- Work with Sales Executives to develop and secure new business
- Demonstrate knowledge of Customs Regulations, Dangerous Goods and Insurance rules
- Liaise with customs staff to ensure goods are cleared for import and export promptly
- Maintain accurate documentation and keep all records and systems up to date
You:
- Previous office admin experience beneficial but not essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to adapt to change
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Excellent command of the English language
In addition, you must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor work permits.
Benefits:
- Up to 27 days holidays plus Bank Holidays (Pro rata)
- Life Cover
- Profit related pay
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Discounted store/shopping benefit scheme
- Private Healthcare
- Car Parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Training opportunities
* Some benefits are subject to a qualifying period
To apply for this exciting opportunity please click Apply now.
Global Accounts Coordinator employer: Davies Turner
Davies Turner is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Manchester where employees can thrive in the logistics sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides extensive training opportunities, competitive benefits including up to 27 days of holiday, private healthcare, and a supportive culture that values teamwork and innovation. As a family-owned business with a rich history, Davies Turner fosters a sense of belonging and purpose, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
