Ocean freight import (freight forwarding)
Transportify
Leicester
Full-time
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About the Company
Our client is a well\-established and growing international freight forwarding business, delivering end\-to\-end logistics solutions across global markets. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Ocean Freight Import Operator to join their operations team.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing ocean import shipments from origin through to final delivery, ensuring smooth, compliant, and cost\-effective operations.
This role is ideal for someone with strong sea freight import experience, with additional exposure to air or road freight considered a strong advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage FCL \& LCL ocean import shipments from booking to final delivery
- Coordinate with overseas agents, shipping lines, and hauliers
- Handle full documentation (Bills of Lading, arrival notices, customs entries, etc.)
- Arrange customs clearance and final mile delivery
- Track shipments and proactively resolve delays or issues
- Liaise with customers, providing regular updates and high\-level service
- Ensure compliance with all import regulations and procedures
- Support cross\-functional operations where required (air/road – desirable)
- 1\+ years’ experience in ocean freight imports (essential)
- Strong knowledge of FCL / LCL operations
- Experience with customs processes and import documentation
- Exposure to multimodal freight (air or road) is a strong advantage
- Experience working with international agents and carriers
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple shipments
- Strong communication and problem\-solving skills
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
- Supportive and professional working environment
- Exposure to global logistics operations
Work Location: In person
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