Export Ocean Coordinator

• Salary: £30000.00 – £35000.00 per annum + Bonus
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK – West Midlands
• Town/City: Birmingham, West Midlands
• Posted: 16/06/2026
• Reference: 51251_1781608353

Job Title

Sea Freight Coordinator

Location

Birmingham (Hybrid)

Salary

£30,000 – £35,000 + 10% Bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full end‑to‑end FCL ocean export operations, including carrier bookings, document preparation, shipment tracking, and proactive customer communication.
• Coordinate daily with shippers, consignees, carriers, and overseas agents to ensure smooth execution of all export activities.
• Oversee operational costings, invoicing, and KPI reporting to support commercial and financial accuracy.
• Resolve shipment issues, delays, and escalations promptly and professionally, ensuring minimal impact on customers.
• Complete UK import and export customs declarations, and prepare all required trade documentation.
• Ensure strict compliance with HMRC requirements and international trade regulations.
• Assist with EU road freight operations, including route planning, rate quoting, and arranging container deliveries.
• Maintain accurate, timely data within systems and communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Contribute to general freight operations as required.

Ideal Experience

• Strong ocean export experience
• Ability to manage full export cycles independently.
• Hands‑on customs declaration experience.
• Strong organisation and ability to manage multiple shipments.
• Freight forwarding background.
• Knowledge of CFSP/IP customs procedures.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

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