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Ocean Freight Operator - Imports

Ocean Freight Operator - Imports

Tall Grass Recruitment

Posted 2 months ago, valid for 6 days

Manchester, Greater Manchester M22 9US, England

£30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The role of Ocean Freight Operator - Imports is available at a company located near Manchester Airport, offering a salary of up to £35,000 depending on experience.
The position involves independently managing ocean import shipments and some air imports, including tasks such as booking, documentation, and customs handling.
Candidates are required to have a minimum of 2 years of experience in freight forwarding, ideally with knowledge in both air and sea logistics.
The successful applicant should be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and possess good MS Office skills, with knowledge of Cargowise One being a plus.
Additional benefits include an annual pay review, 20 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a company pension, and opportunities for career progression.

Role: Ocean Freight Operator - Imports

Location: Manchester Airport

Salary: Up to 35,000 DOE

Company / Role:

My client is seeking a dedicated Ocean Freight Operator, to work from their Manchester branch, who can apply their strong operational knowledge to handle ocean imports and some air import shipments as part of an experienced small but growing team.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Independent handling of ocean import shipments from start to finish including booking, shipment control, documentation, transport insurance, accounting and customs handling.
Customer support in conjunction with the Sales Department including occasional client visits when required.
Arrange Customs Clearances.
Communication with UK, Overseas Offices and agents.
Checking of job file reporting, accuracy and profitability.

Candidate Requirement:

Minimum 2 Years of experience within Freight Forwarding, preferably in Air & Sea logistics.
Must be enthusiastic, ambitious, self-motivated.
Good knowledge of MS Office products.
Knowledge of Cargowise One desirable.

Benefits / Package:

Basic Salary up to 35,000 DOE
Annual Pay review
20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Company Pension
A role in a top 25 global freight forwarder with real career progression
Monthly team night out and much more

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