Ocean Import Operations Lead

Expeditors; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Expeditors in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Ocean Import specialist to drive operational excellence across Finance, Sales, People, Systems and Culture. You will focus on implementing policy, optimizing processes and building strong vendor relationships.

Responsibilities include ensuring SOP adherence, supporting quotations, leading team huddles, transitioning new business, growing revenue and driving continuous improvement while maintaining compliance and delivering exceptional

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years Expeditors’ or Ocean Import experience.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good computer skills (e.g., MS Excel, MS Word).

Responsibilities

• Ensure all customers standard operating procedures are followed as per the DLSOP.
• Review and support with day-to-day quotations.
• Plan and support with huddles and monthly meetings to discuss market intelligence and delegate workloads within the team.
• Take an active role in the transition of new business/ updates to existing business.
• Grow department Revenue in line with District budget target and management expectations.
• Support all compliance efforts and trainings.
• Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas to improve efficiency.
• Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into the department.
• Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors (Shipping lines, trucking companies, and others)
• Assist the Manager with EPE’s on the department in line with the 3+1 Initiatives.
• Assist the Manager with goal setting and monitoring development for key staff.

Skills

Planning and organizing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Expeditors in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Ocean Import specialist to drive operational excellence across Finance, Sales, People, Systems and Culture. You will focus on implementing policy, optimizing processes and building strong vendor relationships.

Responsibilities include ensuring SOP adherence, supporting quotations, leading team huddles, transitioning new business, growing revenue and driving continuous improvement while maintaining compliance and delivering exceptional