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Position: Sea Freight Import Operator
Location: Coggeshall
Hours: Monday - Friday. 08:00-16:30 / 08:30-17:00
Salary: up to 35,000 (Dependant on experience)
We are recruiting for our client, an international multi-modal freight forwarder that provides start-to-finish operations, including break bulk and project services. The company have been running for 25 years and looking to expand its sea import team.
The ideal candidate will have a background in freight forwarding operations and be experienced in dealing with sea freight imports and customs clearance procedures.
Your key responsibilities as a Sea Freight Import Operator:
- Complete start-to-finish import consignments via sea freight
- Create bookings from the origin
- Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
- Ensure all import, and Cross Trade activities are completed accurately and on time
- Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, merchant haulage and various carriers
- Track and update shipment statutes in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
- Completion of customs entries/clearances
- Ensure compliance with regulations and trade compliance laws
Requirements:
- Experience with end to end Sea Freight Operations
- Working knowledge of the International freight forwarding industry
- Experience with a UK based freight forwarder is required
- 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
If you are looking for a new role as a Sea Freight Import Operator and would like to join a successful, growing company we would love to hear from you.
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