Ocean Freight Operator - Growth & Career Progression

White Recruitment; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Long-term stability

Job summary

White Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Ocean Freight Operator for our Manchester client in the freight forwarding sector. You will manage sea freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring efficient handling and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include importing/exporting ocean freight, booking cargo, customs clearance, liaising with carriers and customers, and maintaining accurate shipment records. UK-based role with strong career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end ocean freight forwarding is essential.
• Strong customer service and written/spoken communication skills.
• Organisational skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Managing import, export and cross-trade ocean freight shipments
• Booking cargo with shipping lines and overseas agents
• Customs clearance and shipping documentation
• Liaising with customers, carriers and international partners
• Preparing quotations and following up on new opportunities
• Costing, invoicing and maintaining accurate shipment records
• Building long-term customer relationships and supporting account growth

Skills

Ocean freight forwarding

End-to-end shipment handling

Customer service

Communication skills

CargoWise

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

White Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Ocean Freight Operator for our Manchester client in the freight forwarding sector. You will manage sea freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring efficient handling and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include importing/exporting ocean freight, booking cargo, customs clearance, liaising with carriers and customers, and maintaining accurate shipment records. UK-based role with strong career progression opportunities.