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Import Specialist - Freight Forwarding

ALS Recruiting Solutions
Posted 10 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9EP

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position available is for an Ocean Import Operator at a leading freight forwarder located in Felixstowe.
  • The role involves managing ocean imports from start to finish, including shipments, customs clearance, and final delivery.
  • The salary offered is up to £34,000, depending on experience, along with benefits such as 22 days of holiday and performance-based bonuses.
  • Candidates are required to have ocean import experience in freight forwarding and knowledge of customs clearance and compliance.
  • A proactive mindset and attention to detail are essential, and the company offers opportunities for career progression in a stable environment.

?? Ocean Import Operator | Leading Freight Forwarder �? ?? Felixstowe??

?? Are you an experienced Ocean Import Operator looking for your next move? Join a well-established freight forwarder where you’ll oversee ocean imports from start to finish—managing shipments, customs clearance, and final delivery with precision.

?? What’s in it for you?

? Competitive salary— Up to £34,000 — based on experience

? Career progression in a stable, growing business

? Friendly, supportive team & great company culture

? 22 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

? Annual salary review & performance-based bonuses

?? Your Role:

?? Manage ocean import shipments from origin to final delivery

?? Handle customs clearance (CDS, CHIEF, Destin8, CNS)

?? Liaise with shipping lines, hauliers & customers for smooth operations

?? Arrange container releases & deliveries

?? Ensure accurate documentation & invoicing

�? What You Need:

?? Ocean import experience in freight forwarding

?? Customs knowledge—import clearance & compliance

?? Experience using CDS, Destin8, CNS & MultiFreight (preferred)

?? A proactive, problem-solving mindset & strong attention to detail

?? Ready to take your import career to the next level? Apply now!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.