Sea Freight Import Operator

WR Logistics; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm in Manchester is seeking a Sea freight Import Operator to manage import shipments, especially LCL consolidation cargo. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in seafreight operations, strong communication skills, and familiarity with CargoWise. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlements, and various benefits, including private health insurance and a pension scheme. It's an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking for stability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Pension matched up to 8%

Life Assurance

Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Electric Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in seafreight import operations.
• Strong understanding of LCL / consolidation processes.
• CargoWise experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end seafreight import shipments.
• Handle LCL / consolidation cargo from origin to delivery.
• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, and customers.
• Prepare and check import documentation.
• Ensure compliance with customs and company procedures.

Skills

Seafreight import operations

LCL / consolidation processes

CargoWise experience

Organised and detail-focused

Confident communication

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Sea freight Import Operator - (LCL)

Location: Central Manchester

Hours: 8:00-4:30 / 9:00-5:30 (or similar full-time hours)

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Pension matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance
• Cash Plan (after 6‑month probation)
• Private Medical Insurance (after 2 years' service)
• Electric Car Scheme (salary sacrifice)

The Role

• End-to-end management of seafreight import shipments
• Handling LCL / consolidation cargo from origin through to final delivery
• Liaising with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers, and customers
• Preparing and checking import documentation
• Using CargoWise to manage files and operational data
• Ensuring compliance with customs and company procedures

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in seafreight import operations
• Strong understanding of LCL / consolidation processes
• CargoWise experience preferred
• Organised, detail‑focused, and able to manage multiple files
• Confident communicator with customers and suppliers

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced import professional looking for a stable, office-based role with a reputable business in a central Manchester location.