At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage urgent shipments across road, air, and sea freight services.
- Company: Respected logistics provider with a focus on time-critical solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, holiday loyalty scheme, healthcare, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a market leader and make an impact in global logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in freight forwarding and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Heathrow
Salary: £32,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, rotating shifts of 08:00 - 17:00 and 10:00 - 19:00
About the Company
Our client is a highly respected and well‑established logistics provider operating across the UK and internationally. They specialise in time‑critical logistics solutions, airside operations, freight forwarding and global transportation services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market‑leading business that offers excellent career progression, ongoing training and long‑term stability within a fast‑paced logistics environment.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Global Logistics Executive to join a busy operations team based near Heathrow Airport.
What you’ll do
This role will involve managing urgent and time‑critical shipments across road, air and sea freight services, ensuring customers receive a first‑class service while maintaining compliance with all customs and transportation regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating international freight movements, processing customs documentation and liaising with customers, suppliers, airlines, hauliers and overseas agents to ensure shipments are delivered efficiently and on time.
Main Responsibilities
- Coordinate road, air and sea freight shipments from booking through to final delivery
- Produce and complete shipping documentation including AWBs, customs declarations and transit documentation
- Ensure all shipments are handled in accordance with customer requirements and regulatory compliance
- Review and verify import and export documentation
- Submit customs entries and ensure accuracy of customs declarations
- Provide regular shipment updates and excellent customer service
- Obtain freight rates and routing options from suppliers
- Prepare quotations for customers
- Complete accurate job costing and maintain operational records
- Manage shared operational mailboxes and respond promptly to enquiries
- Prioritise workload effectively within a fast‑paced logistics environment
- Work closely with internal departments, airlines, overseas agents and transport providers
What you need
- Previous experience within freight forwarding, aviation logistics, time‑critical logistics or a similar operational environment
- Knowledge of road, air and sea freight operations
- Experience completing customs entries and shipping documentation
- Strong understanding of import and export procedures
- Calm and professional under pressure, particularly when handling urgent shipments
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
- Strong communication skills with both customers and suppliers
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- IT literate with experience using Microsoft Office and freight forwarding systems
- Full UK Driving Licence with fewer than six penalty points
- Ability to provide a five‑year checkable employment history
- Right to work in the UK and able to meet airside security requirements
Why you’ll love this role
- Competitive salary package
- Long‑term career opportunities with a successful and growing organisation
- Holiday loyalty scheme
- Healthcare scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
Keywords / alternative titles: Freight Forwarding, Customs, Aviation Logistics, Time‑Critical Transport Operations.
Freight Forwarding Global Logistics Executive in Reading employer: Red Recruits
Join a highly respected logistics provider near Heathrow, where you will thrive in a supportive team environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, a holiday loyalty scheme, and ongoing training opportunities, this is an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding career in the fast-paced world of freight forwarding and global logistics.
