Position: Ocean Import Operator

Location: Wythenshawe, Manchester

Salary: Up to £33,000

This is more than your standard Ocean Import Operator, it is working for a forward-thinking industry leader; A company that has a fantastic culture and believes in respecting customers, colleagues and suppliers alike. Our client is the largest Employee Owned Logistics Company in the world.

We seek an Ocean Import Account Manager to join their Retail team based in Manchester and provide exceptional service to nominated clients.

Your key responsibilities as Ocean Import Operator:

• Provide an exceptional level of service to all customers.
• Manage and oversee the import process for sea freight shipments from origin to delivery
• Quote clients and negotiate rates with suppliers to optimise cost-effectiveness for clients
• Monitor shipments and update clients
• Prepare customs documents for the customs department
• Liaise with suppliers and hauliers ensuring smooth delivery and monitor shipments to update clients regarding any delay
• Invoice and cost files to ensure correct profit margin.
• Visit clients with the sales team and help build strong relationships

Requirements:

• End to end Ocean Freight Operations knowledge
• Working knowledge of the International freight forwarding industry.
• Be able 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

Benefits:

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Birthday off
• Salary up to £35,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working
• Company pension contribution
• Company bonus scheme
• Long service sabbatical
• Contractual sick pay
• Team builder events
• Enhances Maternity & Paternity leave
• Pizza Fridays
• Paid volunteer days
• Day off for child's first day at primary school
• Free access to corporate memberships
• Cycle to work scheme

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