Ocean Freight Coordinator

Location: Basildon

Salary: £30,000–£33,500 depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Ready for your next move in sea freight? If you have recent sea freight export experience and are looking to develop your career within an established international logistics business, this could be a great opportunity! Join a friendly, professional team where your expertise is valued, with an excellent benefits package and opportunities to grow.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate sea freight export and cross-trade shipments from start to finish.
• Prepare and complete customs export declarations accurately.
• Manage shipping documentation, invoicing and operational records.
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to ensure shipments are completed on time.
• Prepare quotations, monitor costs and support business development opportunities.
• Maintain excellent customer service while ensuring compliance with procedures and deadlines.

What we’re looking for:

• Recent experience in sea freight exports.
• A good understanding of freight forwarding processes and customs documentation.
• Strong administration, organisational and communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and reporting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What’s on offer?

• £30,000–£33,500 salary, depending on experience.
• 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with additional leave for long service.
• An extra paid day off for a personal milestone.
• Enhanced company pension contributions.
• Private medical insurance after one year, subject to eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts.
• Death-in-service benefit after six months.

I look forward to hearing from you!