Job Summary
Due to growth our client, a very successful and reputable freight forwarder in Ipswich, are looking for people with Ocean Freight experience to join their team and become a vital driver of global trade operations.
The Role
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Design and deliver customised import and export ocean freight solutions for global clients and international partners.
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Negotiate competitive freight rates and value-added services with shipping lines, NVOCCs, overseas partners, and service providers.
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Support commercial growth by creating strategic solutions, detailed pricing, and accurate customer quotations.
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Cultivate and maintain key relationships with clients, suppliers, carriers, and global strategic partners.
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Drive trade lane expansion, product growth, and partnership development across key global markets.
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Collaborate closely across cross-functional teams to consistently achieve departmental targets and organisational goals.
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Partner with Ocean Freight, Customs, Transport, Warehousing, and Fulfilment departments to deliver end-to-end logistics solutions.
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Manage client enquiries from initial consultation through to quotation, booking, and operational handover.
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Maintain accurate records of quotes, commercial opportunities, and client profiles within the internal CRM system.
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Represent the business at client meetings, supplier negotiations, networking events, and industry conferences across the UK and internationally.
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Champion continuous improvement, business growth, and high-quality customer service while upholding core company values.
Experience Desired
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Prove track record in Ocean Freight, freight procurement, and commercial business development.
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Experience sourcing and negotiating rates with shipping lines and global logistics providers.
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Commercially aware
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Experience expanding trade lanes, driving product growth, and securing new commercial opportunities.
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Strong knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping practices, and end-to-end supply chain processes.
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Excellent negotiation, communication, and client relationship management capabilities.
This is a great opportunity to join a brilliant company in a lovely team. If this role is of interest then we would love to hear from you
