Ocean Import Specialist - Global Freight Forwarding

WR Logistics; Sale; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office

Career progression

Global logistics

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Operator in Sale, Manchester. The role focuses on managing ocean import shipments end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and high service levels for customers.

This office-based position offers stability and a clear path for progression within a globally recognised logistics organisation. The successful candidate will coordinate with overseas partners, arrange customs clearance, and maintain accurate documentation, while contributing

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Ocean Imports within a freight forwarding environment.
• Strong understanding of ocean import processes and documentation.
• Experience handling shipments from booking through to final delivery.
• Knowledge of customs procedures and import compliance.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing FCL and LCL ocean import shipments from start to finish.
• Liaising with overseas agents, carriers, hauliers, and customers.
• Arranging customs clearance and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Monitoring shipment progress and resolving operational issues.
• Coordinating deliveries and communicating shipment updates.
• Processing supplier invoices and customer billing.
• Maintaining compliance with industry regulations and company procedures.
• Building strong relationships with customers and service providers.

Skills

Ocean imports experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

WR Logistics is seeking an experienced Ocean Import Operator in Sale, Manchester. The role focuses on managing ocean import shipments end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and high service levels for customers.

This office-based position offers stability and a clear path for progression within a globally recognised logistics organisation. The successful candidate will coordinate with overseas partners, arrange customs clearance, and maintain accurate documentation, while contributing