The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

The role
We are looking for a Commercial Co-ordinator (Ocean Freight Forwarding) to be based at our office either in Rainham (RM13 8EU) or Grange Park 3 (NN4 5FB), with opportunity to wok remotely up to 3 days per week.
Your core hours of work will be Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm.
This is an exciting opportunity for a logistics professional with strong ocean freight experience to join our innovative and globally connected organisation.
With tailored development support, you’ll have the chance to grow your skills and career while helping us build better connections between people, businesses and communities around the world.
So, if you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact with a global leader, we’d love to hear from you.

The Benefits
• Salary of £35,000
• Hybrid working (up to 3 days remote per week)
• 25 days' holiday and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Health Cash Plan
• Tailored development and career opportunities

Key responsibilities:
• As Commercial Co-ordinator, you will support our Ocean Freight Forwarding business, managing commercial activities
• Handle daily quotation requests from clients, the wider Yusen network, and internal teams, ensuring all responses meet department KPIs
• Engage directly with shipping lines and hauliers to negotiate rates and gather up-to-date pricing, and you’ll contribute to local carrier meetings to support ongoing service development
• Maintain and share ocean freight tariffs and product tools for team use
• Provide sales support with accurate quotations and service details

Key requirements:
• Experience and industry knowledge of logistics operations, particularly Ocean Freight operations
• A strong financial understanding (profit and loss)
• Excellent numerical skills with a high attention to detail
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems, including Excel
• Previous experience using CargoWise system is advantageous

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.