Position: Ocean Import Coordinator

Location: Southampton

Hours: Monday - Friday. 09:00 - 17:30

Salary: up to £35,000

We are recruiting for our client, an international freight forwarder that provides ocean and air forwarding, project logistics, warehousing, customs clearance services, and aircraft and ship charters.

The ideal candidate will have a background in freight forwarding operations and be experienced in dealing with sea freight imports and exports and customs clearance procedures. Air Freight operational knowledge is not essential, but would be an advantage!

Your key responsibilities as an Ocean Import Coordinator:

Complete start-to-finish import consignments for via sea freight
Create bookings from the origin
Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, merchant haulage and various carriers
Track and update shipment statuses in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
Completion of customs entries / clearances
Ensure compliance with import regulations and trade compliance lawsRequirements:

End to end Ocean Freight Operations knowledge
Air freight knowledge is an advantage
Working knowledge of the International freight forwarding industry.
Be able to communicate effectively with clients, suppliers and your wider team
Have a keen attention to detail
Develop trust and respect from colleagues & clients
Identify problems early & respond in a timely fashion
A proactive and professional personaBenefits:

Salary up to £35,000 (DEO)
Generous holiday entitlement
Company pension contribution
Training opportunities
Onsite parking

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