Role: Ocean Freight Operator – Import / Exports
Location: South Manchester / Airport
Working Hours – Typically 9-5.30am Mon – Fri - Post successful probation period the option to work “flexi” up to 20% of the week from home.
Salary: Up to 35k DOE
Overview:
My client is seeking a dedicated Ocean Freight Operator, to work from their Manchester branch, who can apply their strong operation knowledge to handle exports and some import shipments as part of an experienced team.
They are looking for somebody who has a minimum of two years’ experience in one of these transport modes.
Operation is run “cradle to grave” handling new bookings, through all shipping processes, revenue generation and responsibility for the job file P&L.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Independent handling of ocean export shipments from start to finish including booking, shipment control, documentation, transport insurance, accounting and customs handling, will also handle occasional ocean and air imports.
- Customer support in conjunction with our sales Department including occasional client visits when required
- Arrange Customs Clearances
- Communication with our UK, Overseas Offices and agents
- Checking of job file reporting, accuracy and profitability
- Knowledge of Cargo wise One desirable
What they can offer you - Package
- A role in a top 25 global freight forwarder
- Be part of a strong team handling shipment Worldwide
- Excellent career prospects with ongoing training and support and personal development opportunities
- Basic renumeration GBP 35K DOE
- After 1yr’s employment, the opportunity at the start of the next calendar year to earn a 10% bonus on top of the basic earnings – paid annually after successful completion of agreed KPI’s being met.
- Holidays – 30 days including national Bank Holidays
- Post successful probation period the option to work “flexi” up to 20% of the week from home.
- Private Pension scheme with Company contribution
- Online support services for the colleague and family members including Mental wellbeing.
- Dedicated free of charge parking at the office location
- New, modern and spacious office suite with the latest I.T. tools on the desk to do the job
