A growing freight forwarding company based in Callington, Cornwall is looking for an experienced Logistics Coordinator to handle EU ocean imports. Along with a salary of up to £35,000 per annum, you will receive a range of benefits including 5 weeks holiday + Bank Holidays, a gym membership, discretionary Christmas vouchers and Specsavers vouchers.
You will be working Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00, with 1-hour for lunch.
What youll do as Logistics Coordinator:
* Managing EU imports through management of carriers and hauliers.
* Investigating and planning the most appropriate routing for each client's needs, while remaining vigilant on costings.
* Liaising with the network of overseas agents/shipping lines to confirm bookings, readiness dates and arrange loadings.
* Learning and being the cover for all Operators in the department
Were looking for a Logistics Coordinator with:
1. Experience in ocean import operations and come from a freight forwarding background (beneficial).
2. Good level of skill and experience in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word and Excel.
3. Experience in the maintenance and management of client accounts, rate & contract databases and files.
4. Analytical and accurate.
5. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
6. Proficient at wording emails to clients in a professional manner and ensuring that all client requests...