Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder, specialising within the Far East, USA as their main areas. Forming partnerships to freight manage their client's global business leaving the client free to concentrate on its own core business. Their management team is totally focused on achieving higher levels of service both internally and externally.
Now due to expansion we are now recruiting for an Ocean Import Operator to join the team at the Birmingham location
Your role will involve:
* Developing and building relationships to ensure a high level of customer service is provided to customers
* Ensure freight is moved on time with all the necessary documentation
* Arrange haulage with shipping lines
* Ensure all freight is invoiced and checked prior to dispatch
* Ensure all relevant documents are on hand as required
* Ensure requests and queries are resolved and actioned quickly and efficiently
* Communicate with overseas agents, customers and suppliers in a clear precise manner
* Use customer ERP and SAP systems as and when required
In order to apply you will have:
* Experience of Ocean freight forwarding
* Used to working under pressure to meet fixed deadlines
* Strong numerical and commercial skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent attention to detail
* Excellent usage of computer / operating system (Microsoft Windows) along with other office applications (Microsoft Office) (Cargowise - preferable)
* Proactive, team worker with excellent time management and organisation skills
* Enthusiastic, flexible, and self-motivated
Package and Benefits:
* Salary £30,000 to £38,000 dependent upon experience, flexible for the right candidate
* Pension
* 22 days holiday to start
* Rewards and Discounts
* Heath care plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Social events
* Free Parking
* Plus more
Back to searchSea Freight Imports Clerk
Freight Personnel
Posted a day ago, valid for 25 days
Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ
£35,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder focusing on the Far East and USA, seeking an Ocean Import Operator for their Birmingham location due to expansion.
- The role involves developing customer relationships, ensuring timely freight movement with proper documentation, and managing invoicing and queries efficiently.
- Candidates must have experience in ocean freight forwarding, strong numerical and commercial skills, and excellent communication abilities.
- The position offers a salary range of £30,000 to £38,000 depending on experience, along with benefits like pension, holiday, and health care plan.
- Applicants should possess a proactive attitude and be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
