Sea Freight Import Operator

WR Logistics; Essex; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Sea Freight Import Operator to join their expanding team. This role involves managing end-to-end sea freight operations, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, and providing excellent service to clients. With a focus on precision and communication, you'll work closely with various stakeholders to track shipments and resolve issues. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position in a growing company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with end-to-end sea freight operations is essential.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage start-to-finish import consignments via sea freight.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and complete customs entries.

Skills

Sea Freight Operations

Customs Clearance

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Job description

Position: Sea Freight Import Operator
Location: Coggeshall
Hours: Monday - Friday. 08:00-16:30 / 08:30-17:00
Salary: up to 35,000 (Dependent on experience)

We are recruiting for our client, an international multi-modal freight forwarder that provides start-to-finish operations, including break bulk and project services. The company has been running for 25 years and is looking to expand its sea import team.

The ideal candidate will have a background in freight forwarding operations and be experienced in dealing with sea freight imports and customs clearance procedures.

Your key responsibilities as a Sea Freight Import Operator:

• Complete start-to-finish import consignments via sea freight
• Create bookings from the origin
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Ensure all import and Cross Trade activities are completed accurately and on time
• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, merchant haulage, and various carriers
• Track and update shipment statuses in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
• Completion of customs entries/clearances
• Ensure compliance with regulations and trade compliance laws

Requirements:

• Experience with end-to-end Sea Freight Operations
• Working knowledge of the International freight forwarding industry
• Experience with a UK-based freight forwarder is required
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, and your wider team
• Have a keen attention to detail
• Develop trust and respect from colleagues & clients
• Identify problems early & respond in a timely fashion
• A proactive and professional persona

If you are looking for a new role as a Sea Freight Import Operator and would like to join a successful, growing company, we would love to hear from you.