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 Export Operator to join a dedicated Freight team working on behalf of a major customer at the Birmingham location
Your role will involve:
* Developing and building relationship with the dedicated customer
* 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)
* Proactive, team worker with excellent time management and organisation skills
* Enthusiastic, flexible, and self-motivated
Package and Benefits:
* Salary 28,000 to 32,000 dependent upon experience
* Pension
* 22 days holiday to start
* Rewards and Discounts
* Heath care plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Social events
* Free Parking
* Plus more
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Freight Personnel
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Solihull, West Midlands B91 3SX, England
£30,000 - £36,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, an International Global Freight Forwarder, is seeking an Ocean Export 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 should have experience in ocean freight forwarding and the ability to work under pressure, along with strong communication and numerical skills.
- The salary for this position ranges from £28,000 to £32,000, depending on experience, and offers various benefits including a pension and healthcare plan.
- Applicants should be proactive team players with excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
