Role: Logistics Coordinator

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000

Hours: 08:00am - 16:30pm

Proactive are currently in search or an experienced Logistics Coordinator to start work in Cambridge. This is a permanent position and an exciting opportunity working for a market leading manufacturing company offering ample opportunity for progression and development.

You will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of logistics to ensure spare parts and machines are delivered to meet the business needs and to the latest customs regulations.

Principal Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate all aspects of logistics operations while ensuring adherence to all relevant customs regulations.
  • Coordinate the packing and dispatch of regular consolidation shipments to the central spares hub in Europe.
  • Ensuring full accuracy of inventory, compliance with shipping documentation requirements, and adherence to delivery schedules.
  • Manage and process all import clearances with third parties, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of all required documentation.
  • Arrange all aspects of Spares, Freight, and Machine shipments, ensuring the preparation and accuracy of all export documentation in line with customer requirements.
  • Obtain, review, and manage Machine and Freight quotations to secure cost-effective and compliant transport solutions.
  • Optimise logistics processes and identify improvements across LCL (Low Container Load), FCL (Full Container Load), DG (Dangerous Goods by air, road, and sea), and international freight movements.
  • Update and maintain all Logistics procedures and work instructions.
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge across HTS codes, packing regulations, and country-specific export requirements.
  • Act as Logistics representative for internal meeting and provide updates on current on-going machine shipment status.
  • Strong understanding of international trade, Customs compliance, and Incoterms.

Working with:

  • External contacts - Freight agents, Courier account reps, Insurance brokers, Customs Departments
  • CS Team members / Installations
  • Commercial Team members
  • Operations Team Members
  • R&D Team members

Knowledge and Experience

  • Experience with freight forwarding, booking shipments, and preparing import / export documentation.
  • Knowledge of HTS/HS codes, Incoterms and export packing.
  • Experience in shipping dangerous goods by road and / or air would be beneficial.
  • IT skills, especially Excel and Word.
  • Experience in moving large machinery by road, air and sea.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on 07539 656 030 or [email protected]m

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£30,000.00 - £32,000.00
Per annum
GBP30000 - GBP32000 per annum
Added 24/10/2026
Reference: LogisticsCoordinatCM_1792845248

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