Are you an experienced Ocean Freight professional looking for your next challenge? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Ocean Freight Coordinator to join our growing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and enjoy seeing shipments through from start to finish, this could be the perfect role for you.
This role will involve working full time Monday to Friday 9am till 5.30pm.
Main duties:
- Managing FCL and LCL ocean freight shipments from initial booking through to final delivery
- Acting as a key point of contact between shipping lines, hauliers, customers, overseas agents, and internal teams
- Preparing and handling all essential shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin
- Ensuring full compliance with Incoterms, customs regulations, and company procedures
- Tracking shipments closely, anticipating and resolving delays or issues before they escalate
- Providing regular, clear shipment updates to clients and maintaining accurate records
- Entering and maintaining data accurately across freight management systems
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in ocean freight forwarding, ideally covering both imports and exports
- Strong working knowledge of international shipping documentation and Incoterms
- Experience using freight forwarding systems such as CargoWise, ASM Sequoia, BoxTop, or similar
- A confident communicator with excellent coordination and organisational skills
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- Understanding of global trade lanes, ports, and basic customs processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
If you’re ready to take the next step in your ocean freight career and want to be part of a professional, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.