Logistics Specialist

Our client are seeking a motivated individual with experience in imports and exports to join their growing logistics business. This is a hands-on operational role where you'll be responsible for managing the end-to-end movement of goods across air, sea and road freight.

Working within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you'll ensure all shipments are processed efficiently and in full compliance with UK and international customs regulations. You'll play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring a seamless logistics experience from booking to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate import and export shipments across air, sea, and road freight.
• Prepare and process all relevant shipping documentation including AWBs, Bills of Lading, CMRs, and commercial invoices.
• Submit and manage customs declarations using CDS, ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, shippers, carriers, agents, and internal teams.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively update clients throughout the delivery cycle.
• Handle client quotations, job costing, and invoicing with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ensure all processes align with company procedures and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Flexibility to work outside of office hours
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a start-to-finish import/export operations role.
• Proven knowledge of customs entries and associated documentation.
• Experience with CDS (Customs Declaration Service) highly advantageous
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner.
• Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work well under pressure.

Benefits

• 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Casual dress code
• Standard pension

Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills.Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

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Consultant: Ellie Crocker