Sea Freight Export Operator

Position: Sea Freight Export Operator
Location: Coggeshall
Hours: Monday - Friday. 09:00 - 17:30 (approx)
Salary: up to 35,000 (Dependant on experience)

We are recruiting for our client, an international multi modal freight forwarder that provides start to finish operations, including break bulk and project services. The company have been running for 25 years and looking to expand their sea export team.

The ideal candidate will have a background in freight forwarding operations and be experienced in dealing with sea freight exports and customs clearance procedures.

Your key responsibilities as a Sea Freight Export Operator:

• Complete start-to-finish export consignments via sea freight
• Create bookings from the origin
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Ensure all Export, and Cross Trade activities are completed accurately and on time
• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, merchant haulage and various carriers
• Track and update shipment statues in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
• Completion of customs entries / clearances
• Ensure compliance with regulations and trade compliance laws

Requirements:

• Experience with end to end Sea Freight Operations
• Working knowledge of the International freight forwarding industry
• Experience with a UK based freight forwarder is required
• 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 persona

If you are looking for a new role as a Sea Freight Export Operator and would like to join a successful, growing company we would love to hear from you.

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