At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage end-to-end FCL ocean export operations and oversee customs declarations.
- Company: Gleeson Recruitment Group is committed to inclusivity and is a disability confident employer.
- Benefits: Salary ranges from £30,000 to £35,000 with a 10% bonus.
- Other info: Position involves coordinating with shippers, consignees, and carriers.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team in Birmingham with opportunities for hybrid work.
- Qualifications: Strong ocean export experience and hands-on customs declaration experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum + 10% Bonus
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - West Midlands
Town/City: Birmingham, West Midlands
Posted: 16/06/2026
Reference: 51251_1781608353
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full end-to-end FCL ocean export operations, including carrier bookings, document preparation, shipment tracking, and proactive customer communication.
- Coordinate daily with shippers, consignees, carriers, and overseas agents to ensure smooth execution of all export activities.
- Oversee operational costings, invoicing, and KPI reporting to support commercial and financial accuracy.
- Resolve shipment issues, delays, and escalations promptly and professionally, ensuring minimal impact on customers.
- Complete UK import and export customs declarations, and prepare all required trade documentation.
- Ensure strict compliance with HMRC requirements and international trade regulations.
- Assist with EU road freight operations, including route planning, rate quoting, and arranging container deliveries.
- Maintain accurate, timely data within systems and communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- Contribute to general freight operations as required.
Ideal Experience
- Strong ocean export experience
- Ability to manage full export cycles independently.
- Hands-on customs declaration experience.
- Strong organisation and ability to manage multiple shipments.
- Freight forwarding background.
- Knowledge of CFSP/IP customs procedures.
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
Export Ocean Coordinator employer: The Construction Index Ltd
Located in Birmingham, Gleeson Recruitment Group offers a competitive salary and a 10% bonus. The company values inclusivity and supports diverse backgrounds, making it an ideal workplace for all.
Contact Details:
The Construction Index Ltd Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Export Ocean Coordinator
End-to-End FCL Ocean Export Operations
Carrier Bookings
Document Preparation
Shipment Tracking
Customer Communication
Operational Costings
Invoicing
