Freight Forwarder

Import Freight Forwarding Coordinator

Felixstowe Up to £38,000 Monday to Friday | 9:00am - 5:00pm

The Opportunity

A well-established and highly respected logistics and freight forwarding business is looking to recruit an experienced Import Freight Forwarding Coordinator to join its busy Felixstowe operation.

Operating at the heart of the UK's largest container port, this organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable, professional freight forwarding and customs solutions to a diverse client base. This position offers the opportunity to join a supportive team environment whilst taking ownership of import shipments from arrival through to successful delivery.

This role would suit an experienced freight forwarding professional who enjoys managing the end-to-end import process and has a strong understanding of customs procedures, shipping line releases and container movements.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing import shipments from arrival through to completion.
• Creating and maintaining import job files within CargoWise and ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.
• Completing and transmitting customs entries through CDS and monitoring customs clearances.
• Arranging container and cargo deliveries once customs clearance has been obtained.
• Liaising with shipping lines, agents, hauliers and customers to ensure smooth movement of freight.
• Monitoring container releases, UCN nominations and shipping line documentation requirements.
• Managing import documentation, including bills of lading, arrival notices and release instructions.
• Arranging deliveries through approved haulage providers and monitoring delivery completion.
• Completing regulatory documentation including IPAFFS, GMR and Safety & Security declarations where required.
• Processing duty and VAT payments, deferment-related administration and associated invoicing.
• Ensuring all import activities comply with customs regulations, company procedures and customer requirements. 

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience within freight forwarding, shipping or international logistics.
• Strong knowledge of UK customs procedures and cargo clearance processes.
• Experience completing customs entries using CDS and customs systems.
• Understanding of shipping line release procedures and container management.
• Knowledge of Destin8, CNS and CargoWise systems would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational ability with the capability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem solving. 

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £38,000 dependent on experience.
• Monday to Friday working hours, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing logistics organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• A varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• Exposure to a wide range of international freight and customs activities.
• Excellent long-term career prospects within a respected freight forwarding business.

Apply Now

If you have experience within freight forwarding, customs clearance or import operations and are looking for your next challenge within a successful Felixstowe-based logistics business, we'd love to hear from you.