Ocean Import Operator

14 Days Old

Ocean Import Operator - Freight Forwarding

Location: Bradford (Office-based)
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 Depending on experience

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We are partnering with a rapidly growing international freight forwarding organisation that is expanding its commercial and operational teams as part of a long-term growth strategy. Due to continued success and increased volumes, they are looking to hire an experienced Ocean Import Operator to join their busy Air & Ocean department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive logistics business that invests in its people, encourages ownership and innovation, and offers long-term career development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Package:

- 30 Days Holiday

-08:30 - 17:00 or 09:00 - 17:30

- Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 Depending on experience

-Performance related bonus

-Company discount scheme

The Role

As an Ocean Import Operator, you will play a key role in managing end-to-end ocean import shipments, working closely with customers, overseas agents, carriers and internal teams. You'll be responsible for ensuring shipments are handled accurately and efficiently, from booking through to customs clearance and invoicing.

Key Responsibilities

Communicate daily with customers and overseas agents regarding shipments

Receive and process import bookings

Create and manage job files within the internal system

Prepare customs clearance instructions and calculate duty/VAT

Liaise with carriers, hauliers and customers to manage shipment progress

Monitor vessel arrivals and update stakeholders accordingly

Maintain customer-specific documentation and tracking spreadsheets

Ensure all documentation is correct and compliant

Raise invoices and duty/VAT charges

Resolve file queries and operational issues

About You

Minimum 2 years' experience in freight forwarding (ocean imports preferred)

Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills

Comfortable working to deadlines and under pressure

Organised, proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)

Why Apply?

Join a fast-growing logistics organisation with ambitious expansion plans

Work in a collaborative, people-focused culture that values initiative and ideas

Opportunity to make a real impact in a global supply chain environment

Long-term career progression in a stable and growing industry

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

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Location:
Bradford
Salary:
£32,000 - £36,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Distribution

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