Ocean Freight Import Coordinator

Time Appointments are working on behalf of a reputable and growing logistics company who are looking for an Ocean Freight Import Coordinator to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is seeking a challenge within a fast-paced environment and looking to enhance their knowledge and experience.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle various import freight solutions
• Monitor and understand arrival times/ delays and communicate with customers
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Liaise closely with internal teams to provide an end-to-end service to customers
• Ensure documentation and communication is correct and up to date

Skills and Experience required:

• Previous experience within Ocean Import Freight, or similar freight forwarding position
• Strong knowledge of shipping lanes, with experience of handling of FCL and LCL shipments
• Strong  understanding of UK customs procedures
• Good knowledge of shipping documentation and shipping terms
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communications with the ability to deliver best in class customer service

Core Benefits (Subject to eligibility):

• Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Supportive mental health and wellbeing culture.
• Employee recognition and reward programmes.
• Learning management systems to support career development and expand knowledge and skills.