Business Details
Expert Recruitment Solutions in Shipping and Logistics
Established as a specialist recruitment agency, we have dedicated our expertise to the shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics sectors for over 15 years. Our team understands the unique challenges of hiring within this dynamic industry, offering tailored solutions that range from fully managed recruitment to flexible hybrid models. With a deep network across global supply chains, we identify candidates who align with both technical requirements and company culture. Our proven track record includes placing professionals at all levels, from entry to director positions, while maintaining a satisfaction guarantee.Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, industry knowledge, and ability to deliver long-term successful hires. We prioritise proactive communication and confidentiality, ensuring clients receive timely, relevant support. Our services extend to project-based solutions such as branch office setup, salary benchmarking, and diversity initiatives. By combining traditional agency methods with innovative approaches, we provide cost-effective, stress-free recruitment outcomes. Our commitment to understanding client needs has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in logistics recruitment.
Services
Logistics Recruitment
Freight Forwarding Jobs
Customs Clearance Positions
Supply Chain Hiring
Project Cargo Recruitment
Dangerous Goods Recruitment
Digital Logistics Recruitment
Vessel Chartering Roles
Warehousing Staffing
Multimodal Freight Recruitment
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialised recruitment expertise in logistics sectors
- Our hybrid recruitment models provide flexible solutions at different price points
- We leverage an extensive industry network to identify candidates beyond job boards
- All placements come with a satisfaction guarantee and proactive post-hire support
- Our team includes directors with direct experience in global supply chain operations
What people say
Top-tier candidates
Professional service
Market exploration
Satisfaction guarantee
Industry expertise
Services
Logistics Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for logistics professionals across air, sea, and road transport sectors. We source candidates with expertise in freight forwarding, customs clearance, and warehouse management. Our process combines industry knowledge with extensive networking to match employers with professionals who align with their operational needs and company culture.
Freight Forwarding Jobs
Targeted staffing solutions for freight forwarding companies seeking import/export coordinators and senior logistics managers. We identify candidates with commercial awareness and technical proficiency in FCL/LCL operations, dangerous goods handling, and multimodal transport systems across Hampshire and Suffolk regions.
Customs Clearance Positions
Recruitment of customs specialists with experience in documentation, duty calculations, and HMRC compliance. Our candidates possess practical knowledge of import/export regulations and digital systems used in UK ports, ensuring smooth cross-border operations for global freight companies.
Project Cargo Recruitment
Sourcing experts for oversized cargo transportation projects requiring niche skills in out-of-gauge shipments and heavy lift logistics. Our network includes professionals with experience in RoRo operations, port coordination, and international project execution for temporary and permanent roles.
Digital Logistics Recruitment
Connecting employers with IT professionals specialising in logistics software implementation and supply chain digitisation. We place candidates with expertise in warehouse management systems, freight tracking platforms, and data analytics tools for modern logistics operations.
People
Steve
Director
With over 15 years in logistics recruitment, Steve leads SDW's director team. He maintains long-term client relationships and attends industry events like Multimodal Expo. His expertise spans global supply chain hiring and strategic workforce solutions.
Questions
What logistics sectors do you specialise in?
We cover shipping, freight forwarding, customs clearance, air/road/sea transport, dangerous goods, warehousing, and digital logistics solutions across the UK.
How do you find candidates?
We combine job board advertising with direct market outreach through our extensive industry network to identify both active and passive professionals.
Do you offer flexible recruitment options?
Yes, we provide fully managed recruitment and hybrid solutions with different pricing structures to suit varying client requirements.
What experience levels do you cover?
We recruit for roles from entry-level positions through to senior management and director-level appointments in logistics organisations.
Can you help with temporary roles?
We handle contract positions including maternity cover, project-based assignments, and interim management requirements in freight sectors.
Do you work with international companies?
Yes, we partner with global supply chain providers and manufacturers alongside UK-based logistics firms of all sizes.
Reviews (7)
Jack Martin
Sep 12, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Responsiveness Contacted multiple times, always promised a phone call back but never received. Always Told to send over my CV with no further communication. Very bizarre way of operating and seemingly out for themselves as opposed to helping candidates find work.
Kayleigh Desson
May 08, 2021
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Very professional, responsive and really on the ball. Within about a week of registering with SDW, I had an interview lined up for a role that was exactly what I was looking for. All the information that I needed was provided quickly and Steve followed up within a day of me having done the interview. Steve was really friendly, yet professional and to the point. I'd definitely recommend going with SDW if you're looking for a good recruitment company!
Elena Medin
Apr 13, 2021
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SDW offer a very professional and friendly service for work within the shipping/logistics sector, I am very happy and grateful to Steve for helping me get my new job :
Kay Rogers
Mar 22, 2020
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I would 100% recommend this company to anyone looking predominately for a shipping/logistics role to work in. Steve was incredibly helpful and enabled me to find a new employer, after being away travelling and out of the industry for a while. Steve was very friendly, professional and efficient at organising interviews. He made me feel very comfortable and at ease during the whole process and offered nothing but encouragement and support. I highly recommend SDW's services.
Leah Vallance
Apr 12, 2019
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Amazing! Steve at SDW helped me out so much and I wouldn't have got the job that i wanted if it wasn't for him. Replies to emails pretty much straight away, always there to help with anything. Friendly and proffesional. 100% reccomend.
Danny Silver
Dec 24, 2018
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Super contact and inspired advice. Interview and offer within 2 weeks. Thanks Daniel for added value suggestions and interest! Danny. NB: their only single star rating seems a bit dodgy! One to ignore I think!?
Corinne Sawyer
Jun 24, 2018
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Steve and Dan were very good at recognising my strength and got some interviews organised very quickly. They also help me with boosting my confidence. I had two interviews and two ofers so I was delighted. I am looking forward to starting my new job in a couple of weeks.
