Seafreight Import Operator

Location:

West Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday

Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sea freight Import Operator to join a well-established freight forwarding and supply chain company based in West Yorkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid background in Ocean Freight Imports who enjoys managing shipments from start to finish, building customer relationships and working within a busy operational environment.

• Manage Sea freight Import shipments from origin through to final delivery.
• Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers and customers.
• Arrange collections, deliveries and onward transportation.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading.
• Coordinate customs clearance and ensure all necessary documentation is in place.
• Provide quotations and respond to customer enquiries.
• Monitor shipment progress and provide regular updates.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure a smooth and efficient service.

• Previous experience in Sea freight Import operations within a freight forwarding environment.
• Good understanding of import procedures, shipping documentation and customs requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments.
• Confident communicator with excellent customer service skills.
• Commercially aware, proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Monday to Friday working hours - no weekends.
• Opportunity to join an established business within the freight forwarding industry.