Senior Operations Co-ordinator

Senior Operations Co-ordinator – Freight
Dover Area
£35,000 - £40,000 p.a.
Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 17:30

The Role That Keeps Freight Moving

Westin Par Recruitment Experts is recruiting a Senior Operations Co-ordinator – Freight for a growing freight forwarding business based near Dover.

This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in the fast-paced logistics world where organisation, communication and attention to detail keep international shipments moving smoothly.

You will take ownership of road freight, sea freight and air freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring they are booked efficiently, documented accurately and delivered to the highest operational standards.

If you enjoy negotiating freight rates, solving logistical challenges and building strong relationships with customers and suppliers, this role offers real responsibility and influence within the operations team.

Key Responsibilities

Managing multi-modal freight shipments including road, sea and air freightCoordinating bookings with customers, carriers and suppliersObtaining and negotiating competitive transport pricingOperating internal freight operations and booking systemsPreparing accurate shipping documentation including AWBs, Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin and EUR1 formsMonitoring shipment profitability through sales and cost reconciliationProducing weekly and monthly operational reportingParticipating in bi-weekly management meetings with company directorsSupporting and mentoring colleagues within the operations team

What They’re Looking For

 

Experience within freight forwarding operationsKnowledge of road freight, sea freight or air freight logisticsStrong communication skills with the ability to build lasting customer and supplier relationshipsCommercial awareness with confidence negotiating freight costsStrong organisation and time-management skills in a busy operations environmentHigh attention to detail when producing shipping and customs documentationA proactive and engaging team player with a positive attitude

Working Environment

Modern open-plan officeOn-site parkingSupportive and collaborative operations teamOpportunity to contribute to operational performance and business growth

Why This Role Stands Out

Ownership of end-to-end freight operationsExposure to road, sea and air freight logisticsOpportunity to mentor colleagues and influence operational best practiceA growing logistics business where your experience will genuinely make a difference

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Westin Par Recruitment Experts today.

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency

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