Import Operations Coordinator

Our client is currently looking for an Import Operator to work at their Essex office. The company is well established within freight forwarding and a leader within its sector of work being one of the largest global logistics provider with growth year on year.

You will have the opportunity to join a friendly team of Ocean Import operators dealing with Worldwide Import shipments, along with development opportunities to forward your career path. The role is available due to expansion plans and continued growth within the company and offers benefits including good public transport links, free onsite parking, company pension scheme.

Duties will include:

• The role will be covering all aspects of the shipment from start to finish
• Responsible for working with customers, colleagues and overseas offices
• Working closely with customers, hauliers and delivery locations.
• Liaising with customers and overseas offices
• Working cross section with office staff and commercial teams to provide seamless end-to-end movement of shipments.
• Updating systems in a timely fashion across various internal systems.
• End to end Import order management

Skills:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Be good at time management
• Able to achieve targets and objectives
• Positive and Enthusiastic whilst remaining customer focused at all times.

Experience:

You will need to have experience of dealing with Ocean freight Imports, have good IT skills and good customer service skills to deliver professional service for customers.

Training will be provided and will be ongoing along with a competitive salary which is negotiable depending on experience.