Job Description

Our client, an established global Art shipping company based in London is currently looking to hire a European Transport Coordinator.

In this position a successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with the daily management of all European road transport operations.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate import and export processes for road freight from start to finish, dealing with fine art and antiques
• Daily logistical preparation and management of UK and European transport routes, considering both profitability and cost efficiency
• Managing all EU road courier shipments and ensure and manage customs clearance.
• Schedule all transportation and correctly produce operational reports and detailed records of drivers and trucks.
• Manage various relevant paperwork including condition reports, bills of lading, timesheets and more
• Cost analysis of jobs and truck runs
• Liaising between both clients and suppliers and solve disputes and difficulties.
• Carry out administrative duties when required, ensuring timely invoicing and other transport documentation.
• Daily evaluation of client needs with consistent communication, keeping them informed of the shipping process
• Overseeing and organising customer collections, deliveries, packing needs and quotes
• Working alongside other members of staff and customers to coordinate drivers, agency drivers, vehicles, timings and routes
• Overseeing European airfreight

Skills required:

• Previous experience working within the Transport Industry in a similar role is required. Fine Art Transport experience is beneficial.
• Comfortable building and maintaining relationships with professionals with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrate a good knowledge of EU transport regulations and customs.
• Excellent communication skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office based software is required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.

If this role sounds like the next step for you, please submit your CV or reach out to Alchemy for further information.

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