End-to-End Sea Freight Operations Specialist

British Antarctic Survey; Hartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in the UK is seeking an Operations Professional – Freight Forwarding to manage day-to-day export operations for sea freight in Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of LCL/FCL shipments and experience managing end-to-end operations for a UK freight forwarder. Excellent communication and organizational skills are crucial for success in this busy role. This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a freight forwarding environment, ideally sea freight.
• Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end operations for a UK freight forwarder.
• Strong understanding of international shipping processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day export operations for sea freight.
• Arrange shipments and manage bookings with carriers.
• Ensure compliance with UK customs procedures.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Understanding of LCL/FCL shipments

Excellent communication skills

Organisational abilities

Job description

A leading research organization in the UK is seeking an Operations Professional – Freight Forwarding to manage day-to-day export operations for sea freight in Glasgow. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of LCL/FCL shipments and experience managing end-to-end operations for a UK freight forwarder. Excellent communication and organizational skills are crucial for success in this busy role. This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience.