Airfreight Coordinator

Due to increased global growth, we are seeking an Airfreight Coordinator to be part of our clients Air Freight team within their London Heathrow Office.

You will co-ordinate Airfreight activities (Exports and Imports). The role is primarily Air Imports but they cross train candidates.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Ensure all air export/import jobs are completed correctly and in a timely manner

Ensure the operational system is always used and updated correctly

Assist other department as and when required by the company

Provide support and holiday coverage for the local staff when required

Maintain regular communications with the network and sales team

Look and propose new efficiencies in customer workflow

Ensure all reports are completed as per provided deadline

Ensure the SOP’s are followed completely

Look and propose new efficiencies in customer workflow

Ensure that all goods under the deferment account are approved for deliver with accounts or line manager or an agreement must be place on SOP or quotes

Passing invoices from suppliers and providers within 48 hours from receipt

Propose and report to Line Manager; strategies related to the Air products

Skills, Experience and Competencies

Proven experience, gained within the Freight Forwarding sector.

Able to complete customs entries

Knowledge and experience of Import/Export multimodal business

Knowledge/skills required for Air Freight sales and products

Demonstrate quality communication skills along with good presentation skills

Proficient with Microsoft packages especially Ms Excel and general PC knowledge

Good understanding of logistics processes and procedures

Must be able to prioritise and organise own workload with attention to detail

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Must be flexible with their working hours.

CDS is preferred, however, not essential.

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 08.30 hours - 17.30 hours - one-hour unpaid lunch

Salary: Up to £35,000 depending on experience, excellent benefits

* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.

If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.