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Operations Clerk
Job description
Import Freight Forwarder 🚢📦🌍
A bit about the company...
Join a dynamic, privately-owned shipping and logistics business with a reputation for innovation, reliability, and tailored solutions. This team is committed to exceeding industry standards and offers a friendly, supportive environment with real room for progression. If you’re passionate about logistics and want to be part of a forward-thinking company, this is the place for you!
Join a dynamic, privately-owned shipping and logistics business with a reputation for innovation, reliability, and tailored solutions. This team is committed to exceeding industry standards and offers a friendly, supportive environment with real room for progression. If you’re passionate about logistics and want to be part of a forward-thinking company, this is the place for you!
So what does the role look like?
- 🚢 Handling and managing all aspects of import freight forwarding operations
- 🌍 Coordinating with overseas agents, suppliers, and customers to ensure timely, efficient cargo movement
- 📄 Processing and managing shipping documentation (Bills of Lading, import declarations, customs paperwork)
- 🤝 Providing excellent customer service—addressing client queries and resolving issues promptly
- 🛃 Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards
- 💻 Maintaining and updating internal databases and tracking systems
- 💬 Negotiating rates with carriers and suppliers to achieve the best possible terms
Do you have what it takes?
- ✅ Minimum of 2 years’ experience in import freight forwarding
- 🚛 Comprehensive knowledge of shipping and logistics procedures
- 💻 Proficiency in IT applications relevant to the role, including MS Office
- 🗂️ Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively
- 🗣️ Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- 🧐 Attention to detail and accuracy in handling documentation
- 🤗 Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Here’s the package breakdown for you...
- 💷 Competitive salary
- 🎯 Company bonuses based on performance
- 🌴 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
- 🚀 Opportunities for career progression and personal development
Ready to level up your freight forwarding career in a supportive, ambitious team? Apply today!