Freight Coordinator

Position: Freight Coordinator Location: Southampton Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 DOE Bennett and Game are currently partnering with a leading and fast-growing global procurement and supply chain specialist. Seeking a proactive and organised Freight Logistics Coordinator to join the team out of their Southampton Office. Job Overview Coordinate both import and export shipments via air, sea, and courier services for international customers Develop and maintain strong working relationships with freight partners and negotiate competitive transport rates Prepare and manage all necessary shipping paperwork, documentation, and package labelling Issue shipment notifications and progress updates to clients in a timely manner Organise the collection and dispatch of goods from global suppliers and distribution points Monitor shipment progress, ensuring on-time delivery and providing accurate status updates to customers Job Requirements Ideal candidate will have 1-2 years' experience in logistics, freight, or a related supply chain role. Familiarity with international shipping, import/export processes, and basic freight operations. Motivated, reliable, and eager to develop a career in logistics, with opportunities for progression Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal Able to work independently while supporting a team in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Salary & Benefits Salary: £27,000 - £30,00 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 opportunitiesBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for