At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and manage ocean export shipments from the UK, ensuring smooth operations.
- Company: Join a leading logistics company in Felixstowe with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Full-time permanent role with competitive salary and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities to build relationships and enhance your career.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of global trade and make a real impact on shipping operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in export operations and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking an Ocean Export Operations Coordinator to join their team based in Felixstowe on a full time, permanent basis.
Role Summary: Responsible for coordinating and managing end to end ocean export shipments from the UK. This includes preparing documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, liaising with carriers and customers, and maintaining accurate shipment records in line with company procedures.
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage the full export process from booking to vessel departure and final delivery.
- Arrange bookings with shipping lines, co loaders, and consolidators.
- Prepare and issue export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and export declarations.
- Submit UK customs export entries via CDS or internal systems.
- Ensure compliance with UK export regulations, Incoterms, and carrier requirements.
- Liaise with customers, carriers, hauliers, and overseas agents to coordinate cargo movements.
- Track shipments, monitor ETDs/ETAs, and proactively resolve delays or exceptions.
- Maintain accurate data in internal TMS systems (CargoWise preferred).
- Support invoicing, cost control, and file closing.
- Provide excellent customer service and build strong working relationships.
Person Specification:
- Experience in ocean export operations.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Export Operations Coordinator in Suffolk employer: P&S Personnel Services Limited
Join a dynamic team in Felixstowe as an Export Operations Coordinator, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Our company offers competitive benefits, including opportunities for career advancement and ongoing training, ensuring you can develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects in the logistics sector. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to excellence, we provide a rewarding environment for those looking to make a significant impact in ocean export operations.
Contact Details:
P&S Personnel Services Limited Recruitment Team
