Position: Ocean Import Coordinator

Location: Southampton

Hours: Monday - Friday. 09:00 - 17:30

Salary: up to £35,000

We are recruiting for our client, an international freight forwarder that provides ocean and air forwarding, project logistics, warehousing, customs clearance services, and aircraft and ship charters.

The ideal candidate will have a background in freight forwarding operations and be experienced in dealing with sea freight imports and exports and customs clearance procedures. Air Freight operational knowledge is not essential, but would be an advantage!

Your key responsibilities as an Ocean Import Coordinator:

• Complete start-to-finish import consignments for via sea freight
• Create bookings from the origin
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• 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 import regulations and trade compliance laws

Requirements:

• End to end Ocean Freight Operations knowledge
• Air freight knowledge is an advantage
• 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:

• Salary up to £35,000 (DEO)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company pension contribution
• Training opportunities
• Onsite parking

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