Ocean Import Freight Forwarder | Hybrid Role

CEVA Logistics; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday buy scheme

Pension

Life assurance

Employee benefits platform with gym &v

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is seeking a dynamic Ocean Import Freight Forwarder to manage end-to-end ocean import shipments and deliver excellent customer service. You will coordinate bookings, monitor progress, and maintain documentation, working closely with internal teams and external partners.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern (minimum three days in the office) and a salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven ocean import experience in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong communication skills and customer service focus.
• Proactive problem solving with accurate, timely work.
• Collaborative team player who can work independently when needed.
• IT literate with MS Office and freight management systems; CargoWise is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end ocean import shipments from booking through delivery.
• Coordinate transport, customs clearance support, and related services.
• Act as primary contact for allocated customers, handling inquiries, quotes, claims.
• Ensure cost control, review charges, VAT and accurate invoicing.
• Support the wider Ocean team to hit KPIs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

CargoWise

Microsoft Office

Job description

CEVA Logistics in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is seeking a dynamic Ocean Import Freight Forwarder to manage end-to-end ocean import shipments and deliver excellent customer service. You will coordinate bookings, monitor progress, and maintain documentation, working closely with internal teams and external partners.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern (minimum three days in the office) and a salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.