Job Description
Job Title: Ocean Freight Operator\n Location: Southampton, UK\n Salary: £32,000 DOE \n\nAbout the Company:\n\nOur client is a leading logistics and freight-forwarding company with a strong presence in the UK and global markets. With a focus on providing seamless and cost-effective shipping solutions, they specialise in ocean freight services, ensuring efficiency and reliability in international trade.\n\nOcean Freight Operator Job Summary:\n\nThey are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Ocean Freight Operator to join their team in Southampton. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing ocean freight shipments from booking to final delivery, ensuring smooth and timely execution.
This role requires excellent coordination skills, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of international shipping regulations and procedures.\n\nOcean Freight Operator Key Responsibilities:\n\nManage end-to-end ocean freight operations, including bookings, documentation, and tracking of shipments.\nLiaise with shipping lines, hauliers, customs authorities, and clients to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.\nPrepare and verify shipping documents such as bills of lading, customs declarations, and invoices.\nMonitor shipments and provide regular status updates to clients, addressing any issues proactively.\nEnsure compliance with international trade regulations and customs procedures.\nNegotiate rates with carriers and suppliers to optimise shipping costs.\nWork closely with internal departments, including sales and customer service, to ensure seamless operations.\nResolve any operational challenges, including delays, damages, or discrepancies in shipments.\nMaintain accurate records and update freight management systems.\nAssist in process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.Ocean Freight Operator Key Requirements:\n\nPrevious experience in ocean freight operations within a freight forwarding or logistics company.\nStrong understanding of international shipping regulations, Incoterms, and customs procedures.\nExcellent organisational and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong communication skills, both written and verbal.\nProficiency in using freight management software and MS Office applications.\nA team player with a proactive and customer-focused approach.\nExperience in negotiating freight rates is a plus.Benefits:\n\nCompetitive salary and performance-based incentives.\nOpportunity to work with a well-established logistics company.\nCareer growth and professional development opportunities.\nSupportive and collaborative work environment.\nPension scheme and other company benefits. \n\nWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.\n\nWR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy