A growing freight forwarding company based in Callington, Cornwall is looking for an experienced Logistics Coordinator to handle EU ocean imports. Along with a salary of up to £35,000 per annum, you will receive a range of benefits including 5 weeks holiday + Bank Holidays, a gym membership, discretionary Christmas vouchers and Specsavers vouchers. 

You will be working Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00, with 1-hour for lunch. 

What you’ll do as Logistics Coordinator:
*Managing EU imports through management of carriers and hauliers.
*Investigating and planning the most appropriate routing for each client’s needs, while remaining vigilant on costings.
*Liaising with the network of overseas agents/shipping lines to confirm bookings, readiness dates and arrange loadings.
*Learning and being the cover for all Operators in the department
We’re looking for a Logistics Coordinator with:
*Experience in ocean import operations and come from a freight forwarding background (beneficial).
*Good level of skill and experience in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word and Excel.
*Experience in the maintenance and management of client accounts, rate & contract databases and files.
*Analytical and accurate.
*Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
*Proficient at wording emails to clients in a professional manner and ensuring that all client requests are fulfilled and answered in a timely manner.
*Report writing and ability to provide concise progress updates.
*Confidence in building and maintaining relationships with customers in order to generate and increase new business.
*Proven history of commercial/sales acumen.
*Entrepreneurial spirit, looking for new opportunities to promote business growth. 

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