Seafreight Import Operator

Red Recruit; Ledston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit is recruiting an experienced Seafreight Import Operator to join our client in West Yorkshire. The role covers end-to-end management of sea freight imports, liaising with shipping lines, agents, hauliers and customers to ensure smooth delivery.

You will coordinate collections and onward transport, prepare documentation such as Bills of Lading, handle customs clearance, provide timely quotations and updates, and work closely with colleagues in a busy operations environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Seafreight Import operations within a freight forwarding environment.
• Knowledge of import procedures, shipping documentation and customs requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and stay organized.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Seafreight Import shipments from origin to final delivery.
• Coordinate with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers and customers.
• Arrange collections, deliveries and onward transportation.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading.
• Coordinate customs clearance and ensure documentation is in place.
• Provide quotations and respond to customer enquiries.
• Monitor shipment progress and provide updates.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Organisational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Independent worker

Job description

Seafreight Import Operator – West Yorkshire

Location: West Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Seafreight Import Operator to join a well-established freight forwarding and supply chain company based in West Yorkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid background in Ocean Freight Imports who enjoys managing shipments from start to finish, building customer relationships and working within a busy operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Seafreight Import shipments from origin through to final delivery.

• Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers and customers.

• Arrange collections, deliveries and onward transportation.

• Prepare and process shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading.

• Coordinate customs clearance and ensure all necessary documentation is in place.

• Provide quotations and respond to customer enquiries.

• Monitor shipment progress and provide regular updates.

• Work closely with colleagues to ensure a smooth and efficient service.

About You:

• Previous experience in Seafreight Import operations within a freight forwarding environment.

• Good understanding of import procedures, shipping documentation and customs requirements.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments.

• Confident communicator with excellent customer service skills.

• Commercially aware, proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary depending on experience.

• Full-time, permanent position.

• Monday to Friday working hours – no weekends.

• Opportunity to join an established business within the freight forwarding industry.

About Red Recruit Global

Red Recruit Global specialises in recruitment across Freight Forwarding, Shipping, Logistics and Supply Chain. We work with employers throughout the UK and internationally, offering opportunities at all levels.

Not all our vacancies are advertised, so even if this particular role isn't right for you, we'd still be pleased to hear from you and discuss other opportunities.