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Ocean Import Operator
Job Posted: 23 minutes ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Owned Freight Forwarder | Strong Career Pathway
Salary: Position: Ocean Import Operator - Freight Forwarding
Location: Solihull (On-Site) Full-Time | Permanent
Privately£30,000 - £32,000
Are you an experienced Ocean Import Operator looking for your next challenge? Join a well-established and growing freight forwarding business with a friendly, collaborative team and a focus on long-term development. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a supportive operation that values expertise, initiative, and customer service.
Ocean Import Operator Role
You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end ocean import process, liaising with shipping lines, overseas agents, and clients to ensure a smooth and compliant import operation. You'll join a dynamic freight team based on-site in Solihull, playing a key role in day-to-day international logistics.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage FCL and LCL ocean import shipments from origin to final delivery
Handle all documentation, including Bills of Lading, customs entries, and arrival notices
Liaise with shipping lines, overseas partners, and UK clients
Ensure HMRC compliance and accurate customs clearance
Monitor shipments and provide updates to customers
Work closely with internal teams (transport, warehouse, finance) to meet deadlines
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and suppliers
Invoice files accurately and in a timely mannerWhat We're Looking For
Previous experience in ocean import operations (freight forwarding essential)
Good working knowledge of customs clearance procedures and documentation
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident communicator - both written and verbal
Able to manage time efficiently and work under pressure
Experience using freight forwarding systems (e.g. ASM Sequoia, CNS, Destin8 - desirable)
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