Multimodal Import Operator — End-to-End Freight

WR Logistics; Denton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WR Logistics are recruiting for an experienced Multimodal Import Operator to join their Denton, Manchester team. The role covers end-to-end import shipments across multiple modes and handling ocean imports, with a real opportunity to develop knowledge across modes.

Based in the office, you will liaise with overseas offices, agents and customers, manage customs clearance and documentation, and keep customers updated while resolving delays within timescales.

Qualifications

• Solid grounding in freight forwarding and import operations.
• Experience with FCL/LCL ocean imports and multimodal freight.
• Good knowledge of customs and import procedures.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end import shipments across multiple modes.
• Handling FCL/LCL ocean imports and multimodal freight.
• Liaising with overseas offices, agents, customers and suppliers.
• Arranging collections and deliveries with hauliers.
• Preparing and checking shipping documentation.
• Managing customs clearance and import entries.
• Keeping customers updated throughout the shipment process.
• Resolving operational issues and delays.
• Ensuring shipments are handled accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Working as part of a wider operations team across multiple sites.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Import operations

Multimodal freight

Customs procedures

Customer liaison

Attention to detail

Workload management

Proactive approach

Job description

WR Logistics are recruiting for an experienced Multimodal Import Operator to join their Denton, Manchester team. The role covers end-to-end import shipments across multiple modes and handling ocean imports, with a real opportunity to develop knowledge across modes.

Based in the office, you will liaise with overseas offices, agents and customers, manage customs clearance and documentation, and keep customers updated while resolving delays within timescales.