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Ocean Import Operator

GRS - Global Recruitment Solutions
Posted a day ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9EP

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves managing day-to-day operations related to sea import shipments and ensuring the proper dispatch and delivery of goods.
  • Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in Ocean Import or Export, along with strong customer service skills.
  • Responsibilities include issuing and monitoring transportation documents, making rate offers, and interfacing with customers to coordinate shipments.
  • The role requires effective communication with clients regarding shipment statuses and the ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise.
  • The salary for this position is $45,000 per year, and a proactive, team-oriented attitude is essential for success.

Responsibilities:

  • Handle day-to-day business cases in the area of sea import shipments and delivering of shipments by the procedures for dispatching and delivering
  • Issue and monitor transportation documents, collects documents for dispatching and delivering of shipments
  • Make rate offers to customers and partners where applicable
  • Interface with customers/agents to take bookings, coordinate shipments, troubleshoot issues, and provide updates on service disruptions, etc.
  • Communicate with clients on the status of their shipment
  • Use your knowledge and expertise to think outside the box to resolve potential shipment delays

Desired skills/experience:

  • Preferably 2+ years Ocean Import or Export experience
  • Great customer service skills
  • High competency in handling Sea cargo shipments
  • An enthusiastic, positive, team-focused attitude
  • Thrive in a busy and fast-paced environment
  • Open to learning new tasks and developing your career
  • A passion for transport and logistics

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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.