Global Ocean Export Specialist

Pertemps Coventry; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working (1 day per week from 0

Job summary

Pertemps Coventry is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Operator to join our Freight Forwarding team. You will manage ocean export shipments from booking to departure, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with international regulations.

The role offers hybrid working (1 day per week from home) and a competitive salary. This is an opportunity to contribute to a leading worldwide logistics organisation with strong customer service focus.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Ocean Export Freight Forwarding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage ocean export shipments from booking through to vessel departure.
• Liaise with customers to obtain shipping instructions and all required export documentation.
• Arrange bookings with shipping lines and transport providers.
• Coordinate collections and ensure cargo is received within carrier cut-off times.
• Prepare, review and validate export documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices and packing lists.
• Complete and submit export customs declarations accurately and within required timescales.
• Monitor shipments proactively, communicating updates, delays or issues to customers and stakeholders.
• Maintain regular communication with overseas offices, carriers and customers throughout the shipment lifecycle.
• Process supplier invoices, complete customer billing and ensure files are closed accurately in line with company KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, customs requirements, dangerous goods legislation (where applicable) and internal procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and customer service.

Skills

Ocean export freight forwarding

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

MS Office

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

CargoWise

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pertemps Coventry is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Operator to join our Freight Forwarding team. You will manage ocean export shipments from booking to departure, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with international regulations.

The role offers hybrid working (1 day per week from home) and a competitive salary. This is an opportunity to contribute to a leading worldwide logistics organisation with strong customer service focus.