Import Seafreight Operator | Global Logistics & Compliance

Freightserve recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Freightserve recruitment in Berkshire (Colnbrook) is seeking an Import Seafreight Operator to manage day-to-day customer activities and coordinate with the operations team to ensure smooth shipments.

You will liaise with overseas offices for FCL, LCL and conventional cargo to meet schedules, enter shipments into the in-house system, prepare documentation, and ensure HMRC compliance; responsibilities include KPI monitoring, credit handling and accurate invoicing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years customs entry experience.
• Experience within Import Seafreight.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers to support account development.
• Oversee day-to-day customer activities and align with the operations team.
• Coordinate with overseas offices to handle FCL, LCL and cargo to meet schedules.
• Ensure cost-effective, reliable carriage solutions for goods.
• Enter shipments on in-house system and monitor KPIs.
• Prepare all required documentation.
• Enter shipments to customs clearance, complying with HMRC procedures.
• Liaise with carriers and third parties for release and delivery of cargo.
• Maintain close client contact to advise status and delivery expectations.
• Monitor credit and collection activities per the company's credit policy.
• Invoice consignments according to customer rates or quotations.

Skills

Customs entry experience

Import Seafreight

Job description

Freightserve recruitment in Berkshire (Colnbrook) is seeking an Import Seafreight Operator to manage day-to-day customer activities and coordinate with the operations team to ensure smooth shipments.

You will liaise with overseas offices for FCL, LCL and conventional cargo to meet schedules, enter shipments into the in-house system, prepare documentation, and ensure HMRC compliance; responsibilities include KPI monitoring, credit handling and accurate invoicing.