Ocean Import Operations

Location: Bradford
Salary: 35 000, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are recruiting an Experienced Freight Professional to join a busy freight forwarding operation in Bradford. The successful candidate will work primarily within the FCL Import Department, coordinating import shipments and delivering excellent customer service.

• Arranging import consignments from booking through to delivery

• Planning and booking deliveries

• Monitoring shipments and providing customers with updates

• Completing shipping documentation

• Entering and maintaining accurate shipment data

• Raising customer invoices and processing purchase invoices

• Liaising with customers, shipping lines, hauliers and other service providers

• Completing general administrative duties

• Maintaining accurate and well-organised files

• At least one to two years' experience within shipping, freight forwarding or a similar environment

• Previous import shipment experience, ideally involving FCL imports

• Knowledge of customs procedures and customs software would be advantageous

• A strong commitment to excellent customer service

• Clear and confident communication skills

• A proactive, organised and dependable approach

• The ability to prioritise tasks effectively

• Strong file-management skills and attention to detail

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

• A positive attitude and collaborative approach

• A salary of 35,000 to 40,000, depending on experience

• Strong professional development opportunities

• A friendly and knowledgeable working environment

• A full-time, permanent position with established weekday hours

If you are an experienced freight professional looking for your next opportunity, we would be pleased to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV for consideration.

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

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