Ocean & Air Coordinator / Freight Forwarding Coordinator

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Location: North Bristol, UK – commutable from Bath, Gloucestershire, South Glous, Central Bristol, Newport

Job Type: Full-time

Salary:£26k – £36k depending on experience

About The Company

One of the fastest-growing logistics companies in the UK.

offices across the UK and Europe

250+ global network locations

100+ team members delivering expert road, sea, and air freight solutions

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to support the Bristol office with its operational needs.

We are looking for someone with experience in freight forwarding operations who can start making an impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing and processing road, air and sea freight shipments

Booking shipments with shipping lines, agents, and hauliers

Providing exceptional customer service—tracking shipments and keeping clients updated

Handling customs clearance processes for imports and exports

Creating orders, negotiating rates, and managing invoices

Maximizing profit margins across accounts and shipments

What's on Offer

Salary negotiable depending on experience £26k – £36k

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Contributory Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to free and discounted financial advice

Full use of industry-leading systems and software

Friendly and sociable team environment

Smart casual dress code

On-site parking

Unlimited free tea and coffee (plus regular cake and biscuits)

What You’ll Bring

Experience in freight forwarding operations is essential

Experience in multimodal freight forwarding operations is desirable

Knowledge of customs clearance processes (preferred but not essential)

Strong understanding of transport and global logistics

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Strong negotiation skills to secure the best deals

Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines

Strong IT literacy and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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Company: Manifest Recruitment Limited
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Ocean & Air Coordinator / Freight Forwarding Coordinator

Location: North Bristol, UK – commutable from Bath, Gloucestershire, South Glous, Central Bristol, Newport

Job Type: Full-time

Salary:£26k – £36k depending on experience

About The Company

One of the fastest-growing logistics companies in the UK.

offices across the UK and Europe

250+ global network locations

100+ team members delivering expert road, sea, and air freight solutions

As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to support the Bristol office with its operational needs.

We are looking for someone with experience in freight forwarding operations who can start making an impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing and processing road, air and sea freight shipments

Booking shipments with shipping lines, agents, and hauliers

Providing exceptional customer service—tracking shipments and keeping clients updated

Handling customs clearance processes for imports and exports

Creating orders, negotiating rates, and managing invoices

Maximizing profit margins across accounts and shipments

What’s on Offer

Salary negotiable depending on experience £26k – £36k

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Contributory Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to free and discounted financial advice

Full use of industry-leading systems and software

Friendly and sociable team environment

Smart casual dress code

On-site parking

Unlimited free tea and coffee (plus regular cake and biscuits)

What You’ll Bring

Experience in freight forwarding operations is essential

Experience in multimodal freight forwarding operations is desirable

Knowledge of customs clearance processes (preferred but not essential)

Strong understanding of transport and global logistics

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Strong negotiation skills to secure the best deals

Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines

Strong IT literacy and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Posted: May 22nd, 2026