Sea Freight Import Coordinator

Freight Coordinator - Deep Sea Imports £32,000 - £38,000 DOE | London Gateway | Hybrid Working Are you an experienced Import Freight Operator looking for a stable role with a growing logistics business and a supportive team? We're looking for a detail-focused Deep Sea Import Operator to join our London Gateway team, managing the smooth running of import shipments and working closely with customers, suppliers and shipping lines. Why join us? £32,000-£38,000 salary, depending on experience 25 days' annual leave 1 day WFH per week once fully trained and established Healthcare scheme Company pension Annual incentive bonus after successful completion of probation Full training and development, including CargoWise One accreditation Friendly, supportive team environment Opportunity to develop your expertise within deep sea import operations Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Genuine opportunity for long-term career development The role You'll take ownership of the day-to-day import operation, ensuring shipments are handled accurately, efficiently and to a high standard. Key responsibilities include: Managing deep sea import shipments from booking through to completion Processing bookings and operational documentation Invoicing and completing operational files Liaising with shipping lines, customers and suppliers Resolving invoice and supplier queries Maintaining accurate operational records Supporting the wider operations team and providing holiday cover Following AEO procedures and company processes Working towards CargoWise One accreditation About you You'll ideally have: Previous freight forwarding experience, with a strong focus on imports Good knowledge of deep sea import procedures Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication skills Good IT and Microsoft Office knowledge A proactive, can-do attitude The ability to work independently once trained while contributing positively to a close-knit teamCargoWise One experience is desirable but not essential. If you're an experienced Import Operator looking for £32k-£38k, hybrid flexibility, strong benefits and the opportunity to build your career within a professional freight forwarding environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation about the role. WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy