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Sea Import Operator

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Basildon, Essex

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

We are particularly interested in candidates who have a solid background in FCL operations and a good understanding of how operational performance supports wider customer relationships and commercial commitments.

Key Responsibilities

  * Managing FCL import shipments from origin through to final delivery in the UK

  * Liaising with overseas offices including China offices

  * Communicating with shipping lines regarding bookings, container availability and schedules

  * Coordinating customs clearance with the customs department

  * Liaising with UK transport providers to arrange final deliveries

  * Liaising with warehouses and third-party facilities where required

  * Understanding the importance of key client shipments and ensuring operational delivery supports commitments made by the commercial team

  * Monitoring shipments and proactively resolving operational issues

  * Supporting the wider import team to maintain smooth workflow across the department

  * Liaising with internal departments including accounts to ensure cargo can be released without delay

  * Maintaining accurate shipment records and documentation including Bills of Lading

Experience & Knowledge

We are ideally looking for someone who:

  * Has previous experience working in FCL import operations

  * Has a good working knowledge of container shipping processes and documentation

  * Understands the importance of shipping line relationships, container availability and carrier performance

  * Is confident managing shipments independently while contributing to the wider team

  * Has strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Personal Attributes

  * Strong communicator with a confident telephone manner

  * Proactive and able to take ownership of tasks

  * Calm under pressure and comfortable resolving operational challenges

  * Organised and able to manage multiple shipments simultaneously

  * Positive and collaborative approach to working within a team environment

We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy developing their operational knowledge and contributing to the wider success of the department as the business continues to grow.

Salary: Negotiable during interview process, dependent on experience

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