Ocean Import Agent

Expeditors; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 Days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Dental & Optical

Stock Purchase Plan

Training & Development

EAP

Job summary

Expeditors in Manchester is seeking a detail-oriented Import Coordinator to join our UK team. You will manage preparation and administration of import files from receipt to completion, review shipments, and ensure accuracy and compliance while delivering high quality customer service.

You will monitor shipments, provide updates to customers and internal stakeholders, and complete invoicing and related administrative tasks on time.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided, so this is not essential.
• Global logistics industry knowledge
• Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and administration of import files from receipt through to completion.
• Receive and review shipping documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process import shipments efficiently while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Proactively monitor shipments and communicate updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Complete invoicing and other related administrative tasks accurately and on time

Skills

Global logistics industry knowledge

MS Excel

MS Word

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 18,000 trained professionals
• 250+ locations worldwide
• Globally unified system

Job Description

• Manage the preparation and administration of import files from receipt through to completion.
• Receive and review shipping documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process import shipments efficiently while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Proactively monitor shipments and communicate updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Complete invoicing and other related administrative tasks accurately and on time

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided, so this is not essential.
• Global logistics industry knowledge
• Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word)

Additional Information

• 23 Days holiday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental and Optical cover
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• EAP

Successful Candidate must be eligible to work within the UK