Ocean Import Coordinator

Job Details

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Location

Heathrow

Job Type

Fixed term contract

Shift and Schedule

Day ShiftMonday to Friday8 hour shift

Start Date

Apr 1, 2026

Pay

VERY Competitive salary (disclosed on application)

Supplemental Pay

Bonus SchemePerformance Bonus

Full Job Description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established and highly regarded freight and logistics business based at London Heathrow. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Ocean Import Coordinator to join their busy operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-paced, internationally connected environment where you will take full ownership of the import process from start to finish across a portfolio of assigned accounts.
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The Role:

As Ocean Import Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end import process for ocean freight shipments. Day-to-day, you will:

• Manage and oversee imported goods for assigned client accounts, from arrival to delivery

• Ensure customs compliance with all UK/EU regulations and government requirements

• Transpose customs declaration information accurately into the brokerage system

• Liaise with overseas offices, partners, agents and customs authorities

• Arrange and complete all associated import documentation

• Cost jobs and ensure maximum profitability

• Manage and meet internal and external KPIs

• Build and maintain strong relationships with HM Customs and other government agencies

• Keep up to date with all regulatory requirements governing imports
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About You:

We are looking for someone who is tenacious, detail-oriented, commercially aware and thrives under pressure. You will bring:

• Knowledge of customs import declaration procedures and customs regimes

• Understanding of classification, incoterms, valuation and origin rules

• Experience in air, road or ocean freight movements (desirable)

• Strong administrative and numerical skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• The ability to manage deadlines and handle challenging situations calmly

• GCSE English and Maths (minimum)
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What's On Offer:

✅ Competitive salary (disclosed on application)

✅ Contributory pension scheme

✅ Private Health Care with Vitality (after 6 months)

✅ Medicash healthcare plan (after 6 months)

✅ 25 days annual leave

✅ Cycle to work scheme

✅ Employee Assistance Programme

✅ Free parking on site

✅ Death in Service (4x annual salary)

✅ Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

✅ Eye tests & referral scheme
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Location: London Heathrow

Contract: Fixed Term – 12 Months (Maternity Cover) + potential ongoing permanent employment

Hours: Full Time
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If you have a background in ocean freight imports and are looking for your next challenge with a reputable, growing business, we would love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or get in touch directly to find out more.
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Permstop Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Benefits

✅ Competitive salary (disclosed on application)

✅ Contributory pension scheme

✅ Private Health Care with Vitality (after 6 months)

✅ Medicash healthcare plan (after 6 months)

✅ 25 days annual leave

✅ Cycle to work scheme

✅ Employee Assistance Programme

✅ Free parking on site

✅ Death in Service (4x annual salary)

✅ Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

✅ Eye tests & referral scheme

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