Air Freight Import Coordinator

Air Freight Import Coordinator – Feltham

Our client is seeking an experienced Air Freight Import Coordinator to join their established freight forwarding team based in Feltham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in air freight imports who is looking to develop their knowledge across all areas of multimodal freight forwarding, including air, sea, road, exports, and courier services.

Key Responsibilities

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• Manage air freight import shipments from start to finish.
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• Coordinate with customers, overseas agents, airlines, and transport providers.
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• Prepare and process import documentation.
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• Support sea freight and export operations when required.
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• Develop knowledge across all modes of transport as part of a multimodal operation.
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• Provide occasional support with local collections and deliveries during periods of driver annual leave.
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Essential Requirements

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• Minimum 5 years' experience in air freight imports.
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• Sea freight knowledge would be advantageous.
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• Export experience is desirable but not essential.
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• A willingness to learn and develop across all areas of multimodal freight forwarding.
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• Live locally to Feltham or within a reasonable commuting distance.
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• Full UK driving license (essential). The role includes occasional local driving duties to provide holiday cover for the driver's annual leave, involving the collection of small packages from a local location and delivery to courier depots near Heathrow.
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• Hands-on, flexible approach with a willingness to support the wider operation when required.
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If you have the required experience and are looking for your next opportunity within a growing freight forwarding business, we'd be pleased to hear from you.