Senior Vehicle Import/Export Operator for Global Shipping

TipTopJob; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

20 Days Holiday Plus bank holidays

Job summary

TipTopJob in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced Import and Export Shipping Operator to manage international freight movements for high-value accounts. You will coordinate shipments across Sea, Road and Air, liaising with customers, overseas agents and hauliers to keep cargo moving efficiently.

The role requires 2+ years in logistics, strong commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills, with familiarity in vehicle transportation considered an advantage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in logistics or shipping.
• Strong commercial awareness and communication skills.
• Familiarity with vehicle transportation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end coordination of Import/Export shipments and UK transport across Sea, Road and Air.
• Providing strategic support to key accounts, handling escalations, and maintaining long-term relationships.
• Overseeing complex documentation and customs processes, including tariff classification, VAT/duty calculations, and temporary imports.
• Negotiating rates and service agreements with carriers, shipping lines, airlines, vehicle packers and overseas agents.
• Providing expert guidance on trade compliance, customs requirements, and international shipping regulations.
• Preparing quotations, analysing margins, and contributing to pricing strategies.
• Handling shipment exceptions and high-impact issues, resolving delays and operational challenges.
• Maintaining accurate operational and financial records.

Skills

Import/Export knowledge

Account management

Negotiation

Customer communication

Job description

TipTopJob in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced Import and Export Shipping Operator to manage international freight movements for high-value accounts. You will coordinate shipments across Sea, Road and Air, liaising with customers, overseas agents and hauliers to keep cargo moving efficiently.

The role requires 2+ years in logistics, strong commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills, with familiarity in vehicle transportation considered an advantage.