Sea Freight Import Coordinator

Position: Sea Freight Import Coordinator
Location: Southampton
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (APPROX)
Salary: up to 33,000 (DEO)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sea Freight Import Coordinator to join a well-established team in Southampton. Our client specialises in International Freight Management, including movements by air, sea and road as well as providing bonded warehousing solutions. This role would suit a candidate who is passionate about logistics and enjoys working in a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Sea Freight Import operations, import regulations and customs clearance procedures.

Your key responsibilities as a Sea Freight Import Coordinator:

• Complete start-to-finish consignments by sea freight
• Building strong working relationships with clients/shipping lines & agents, good negotiation skills and attention to detail are essential for this role.
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Gaining a full understanding of our Bonded warehouse operation and inbound logistics.
• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, merchant haulage and various carriers
• Track and update delivery statutes in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
• Completion of customs procedures
• Ensure compliance with import regulations and trade compliance laws

Benefits:

• Salary up to 33,000 (DEO)
• Hybrid flexibility
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Health cash plan
• Death in service benefit
• Company pension contribution
• Free Onsite parking

If you are looking for a new role and would like to join a successful, fast-growing company, we would love to hear from you.

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