Details:
- Salary: £28,000 - 32,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Derby
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Ocean Import Operator - Shipping & Freight - Derby - Up to £32,000.
About Us
Our client is a long established Freight Forwarding provider across multiple sites. The office is a relaxed but professional atmosphere and a great working environment. They offer career stability and career progression.
As Ocean Import Executive you will report directly into the Multi-Modal Imports Manager. You will be responsible for arranging and managing the transportation cycle by air and ocean and to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed. You will be legally acceptable to Customs to allow clearance and entry into the country of destination.
Ocean Import Operator - The Rewards
Salary up to £32,000
Company pension Scheme
Training and career development Ocean Import Operator - Requirements
Experience working within Freight Forwarding, ideally Air and Ocean
Candidates with Ocean Freight experience is a MUST
Participate in the annual performance appraisal and objective setting
To work in accordance with all company policies including Health and Safety, Employment, Staff etc
To have a detailed knowledge of and apply the company’s Business plan
Support the Business Development Team / Key Account Managers as necessary
Good communication skills, as you'll be liaising with a variety of people, clarity in communication
Organisational and planning skills
Teamwork, tact and good interpersonal skills
Good geographical knowledge
Sound industry knowledge
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure
Accuracy and attention to detail
Numeracy and computer Ocean Import Operator - Responsibilities
Obtain charges and cargo release details from agents, airlines and shipping
Submit customs clearances using CDS
Responsible for ensuring any payments due are made in advance of any shipment
Process all payments and raise necessary paperwork for accounting purposes in line with company requirements
Arrange the release and transportation of goods received to cargo
Liaise daily with agents, partners, suppliers and clients to ensure the smooth and efficient discharge of their duties
Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and
You will be expected to negotiate terms and rates, so it is important that you have previous
experience in this area and are numerate
You must also be familiar with industry standard computer programs and be able to operate
standard systems pertinent to the job About Us
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