Ocean Import Operator - Essex - Freight Forwarding

This is a unique opportunity to help grow a new office, for one of the fastest growing forwarders in the UK. This is a multi-modal operations position, with a focus on ocean imports (customs experience preferred).

• Making arrangements for freight movement with approved road, sea and air carriers
• Checking all supplier confirmations meet with information supplied from customer
• Issuing all documentation in line with shipper / consignee instructions including meeting Letter of Credit requirements
• Arranging consular documentation where required
• Liaising with overseas agents in relation to shipment bookings, schedules and milestones updates as appropriate
• Entering accurate customs entries and following all special instructions given by customers
• Full consignment monitoring and reporting
• Accurate and on time communication of documents to customers and overseas agents
• Ensuring that the Exporter / Importer has complied with all UK and foreign rules and standards concerning packaging and shipping
• Recording and reviewing KPI data with customers and management
• Accurate recording of costs and sales in accordance with customer and supplier agreements
• Dealing with customer queries

This role offers the chance to obtain a senior branch position, as the office continues to grow moving forward.