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Transport Operations & Customs Coordinator
Speedel —Leicester
- £28,000 - £32,000 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Free parking
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14d
Freight Forwarder
DSV —Measham
- Full-time
- IT
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Finance Administrator
ENB Recruitment and Training Limited —Corby
- £30,000 - £32,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- SharePoint
First Line Manager - Customs-12 Month Secondment or Fixed Term Contract
DHL —Rugby
- £29,870 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- IT
First Line Manager - Customs
DHL —Rugby
- £29,870 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- IT
Logistics Operator
TSIT GmbH —Coventry
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- In-person
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Supply Chain Manager
Alkegen —Derby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Warehouse experience
Transport Coordinator
Progress Rail —Sandiacre
- £28,500 - £33,750 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- IT
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
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Proper Snacks —Nuneaton
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
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Transport Operations & Customs Coordinator
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with carriers, suppliers, freight forwarders and customers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced…
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Transport Operations & Customs Coordinator

Speedel
Leicester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£28,000 - £32,000 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Private medical insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Customer service
Logistics
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Transport Operations & Customs Coordinator

Location: Leicester – Thurmaston
Salary: £28,000 – £34,000 basic (Salary dependent on logistics/customs experience) + bonus + healthcare

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transport Operations & Customs Coordinator to join our growing logistics operation in Leicester. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating transport operations while gaining exposure to customs clearance, import/export activities and international logistics.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth movement of goods, maintaining high customer service standards and supporting customs compliance processes where required. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a long-term career within a dynamic and growing business.

Duties & Responsibilities

Transport Coordination

Coordinate and manage all business collections with end-to-end responsibility, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with carriers, suppliers, freight forwarders and customers.
Utilise logistics software and internal systems to track and monitor shipments in real time.
Organise shipment schedules while ensuring compliance with operational procedures and company policies.
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners to resolve transportation issues quickly and efficiently.
Monitor emails and incoming calls to provide a high level of customer service.
Maintain accurate transportation records, logs and operational documentation.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and support initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.
Support the business during peak operational periods and contribute positively to team performance.
Take ownership of daily transport operations and proactively resolve operational challenges to maintain service levels.
Perform any other duties reasonably required to support company objectives.

Customs & Import/Export Support

Assist with import/export coordination and customs-related processes.
Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers and carriers to support smooth customs clearance.
Support the preparation and checking of shipping and customs documentation including commercial invoices and transport paperwork.
Monitor customs-related delays or issues and proactively communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and international shipping requirements where applicable.
Support continuous improvement within customs and logistics processes.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
Previous experience within transport, logistics, freight forwarding or customs coordination is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.
Knowledge of import/export procedures, customs clearance processes, freight forwarding or carrier management would be highly beneficial.
Familiarity with Incoterms, shipping documentation or customs systems is desirable.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel for communication and reporting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer service focused with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.
Ability to think quickly and make effective decisions in a fast-moving environment.
Flexible approach to supporting the business during busy periods, including overtime where required.
A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop within the logistics industry.

Shift Pattern (Rotating)

07:00 – 15:00
12:00 – 20:00

What We Offer

Competitive salary with bonus structure
Private healthcare
Full training and development opportunities
Exposure to transport, customs and international logistics operations
Opportunities to develop customs, freight forwarding and international logistics knowledge
Supportive and fast-paced working environment

Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

Leicester LE4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

Customer service: 3 years (preferred)
Customs clearence: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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