Freight Coordinator

Position: Freight Coordinator

Location: Southampton

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE

Bennett and Game are partnering with a leading global procurement and supply chain specialist. They are seeking an experienced and proactive Freight Logistics Coordinator to join the team from their Southampton office.

Coordinate both import and export shipments via air and sea freight for international customers and suppliers.

Act as the main point of contact for managing shipments with external freight partners from origin to destination.

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with freight partners and negotiate competitive transport rates.

Prepare and manage all shipping documentation and transport paperwork (excluding customs clearance).

Issue shipment notifications and progress updates to internal stakeholders and customers in a timely manner.

Organise collections and deliveries with overseas suppliers, carriers, and UK receiving points.

Monitor shipment progress, proactively resolving delays or issues and keeping stakeholders informed.

Proven experience working as a Freight Forwarder, Freight Coordinator, or in a similar international logistics role.

Experience handling international shipments, across both air and sea freight.

Good understanding of end-to-end freight movements and international transport processes (customs not required).

Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with overseas agents, suppliers, and freight partners.

Able to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE

Monday to Friday office hours.

Free on-site parking and modern office environment.

Company pension.

21 days holiday (rising annually to 25) + your birthday off.

Sick pay (after probation) and private medical cover after 3 years.

Smart-casual dress code and relaxed, supportive team culture.

Regular team lunches, socials, and events.

Laptop provided and genuine career progression opportunities.