International Operations Agent III

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Manchester; Híbrido; GBP 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private healthcare through BUPA

Auto Enrolment Pension Plan

Life Assurance 2x salary

26 days annual leave

Eyecare vouchers

Cycle to Work

Volunteer hours

Descripción de la vacante

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc. is seeking an International Operations Agent in Manchester to coordinate import/export shipments across air, ocean, and surface modes.

You will manage end-to-end processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and build trusted relationships with customers and partners. The role requires 5–7 years of experience in freight forwarding or logistics, strong English communication, and attention to detail.

Formación

• 5-7 years applied on the job and industry experience
• Proven track record in international operations or freight forwarding
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with import/export regulatory requirements
• Attention to detail in documentation and data accuracy

Responsabilidades

• Advise customers on shipping requirements and regulatory requirements
• Prepare quotations and recommend end-to-end service solutions
• Coordinate import/export shipments across air, ocean and surface modes
• Plan schedules and liaise with customers, carriers, ports, and partners
• Monitor shipments and address delays, deviations or issues with customers
• Handle customer service, data entry, billing, and adherence to SOPs and KPIs
• Support onboarding and cross-training of team members

Conocimientos

Customer focus

English proficiency

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

CargoWise

Herramientas

CargoWise

Descripción del empleo

Introduction

Move the world with us!

AIT is a global freight forwarding and logistics company headquartered in Chicago. Are you looking for an exciting and varied job? Then you are exactly right for us! Become part of the international supply chain and move the world with us!

Does that sound interesting? Then make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!

Overview

As International Operations Agent you will be responsible for the effective coordination, progress monitoring, and management of all communication related to the daily import and export of international freight‑forwarding shipments into and out of the United Kingdom. You will oversee shipment handling across all transportation modes - air, ocean, and surface - ensuring that all activities are carried out in line with customer requirements and the contractual agreements in place.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted‑advisor relationships with customers by advising, determining, and qualifying their shipping requirements, including all necessary regulations, certificates, and documentation
• Prepare accurate and profitable quotations, provide end‑to‑end service recommendations, and ensure a consistently high level of customer satisfaction
• Coordinate the full day‑to‑day handling of international import and export shipments across all transport modes, including order review, documentation, brokerage, and customs‑related processes
• Plan shipping schedules and communicate with customers, carriers, ports, agents, and partners to verify loading, departures, arrivals, and overall shipment execution
• Monitor shipment progress through proactive tracking and tracing, immediately address deviations, and resolve delays, damages, or issues in collaboration with customers
• Manage all operational tasks including customer service, data entry, billing, invoicing, and adherence to customer SOPs, AIT KPIs, regulatory requirements, and end‑of‑month deadlines
• Collaborate with local sales teams and internal departments to support communication, service quality, and accurate file closure, while ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards
• Support continuous learning, assist with onboarding and cross‑training of team members, and perform additional duties as business needs require

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years applied on the job and industry experience
• CargoWise software experience a plus
• Customer Focus: knowing the customer business needs and acting accordingly; proactively addresses customer concerns
• Professional level oral & written English language skills
• Problem Solving: Having the ability to identify problems and issues of varying complexities and find effective solutions, considering multiple sides of an issue
• Attention to Detail: Ensures one’s own work are complete and accurate; monitors the quality of work, verifies information
• Knowledge of raising and discharging of T1's would be an advantage

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.

What AIT Can Offer You

We believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you’ll enjoy:

• Private healthcare through BUPA (medical and dental) after a qualifying period
• Access to an Auto Enrolment Pension Plan with 4% employee and 4% employer contributions
• Life Assurance equal to 2x your annual salary for peace of mind
• 26 days of annual leave to relax and recharge
• Eyecare vouchers for your vision health
• Cycle to Work scheme to promote sustainable commuting
• Five paid volunteer hours per year, giving you the opportunity to give back to the community