Position: Air & Sea Freight Operator
Location: Normanton
Salary Range: £33,000 - £35,000 (Negotiable)
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 17:00 (Hybrid 2 days form home 3 office based)
Job Title: Air & Ocean Freight Operator (Shipping Superstar Wanted!)
Are you a logistics guru with a flair for the high seas or the sky? Do you live and breathe import/export freight forwarding and love keeping things moving smoothly, whether it's by air or ocean? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to set sail (or take flight!) with us.
Role Overview:
As our next Air & Ocean Freight Operator, you'll be the orchestrator of smooth sailing (or flying!) across the world. Your mission: ensure shipments from across the globe arrive on time and in one piece. You'll be the vital link between our customers and a myriad of logistics partners, booking shipments, ensuring customs clearance is a breeze (if you can), and coordinating deliveries to the UK. Bonus points if you love the sea - but if air freight is more your thing, we're still all ears!
Key Responsibilities:
Booking Shipments: Handle the full range of ocean and air freight bookings, liaising with Origin and Destination contacts, and managing arrangements with shipping lines.
Customs Clearance: You've got your finger on the pulse of import/export regulations (extra brownie points if you're a customs whizz, but it's not a deal-breaker!).
Haulage & Deliveries: Coordinate smooth UK haulage and deliveries like a true logistics maestro.
Cargowise Pro: You're a Cargowise pro - navigating data input, milestones, and shipping documentation is second nature to you. If Cargowise is your happy place, we're already in love.
Documentation: You'll manage all shipping documentation from start to finish, ensuring that everything is in order for a smooth process.What We Need From You:
Experience: A minimum of 2 years in air and ocean freight forwarding, with a special preference for sea (but air will work too!).
Cargowise Skills: This is a must-have. You should be able to demonstrate a solid understanding of Cargowise - the key to smooth data input, tracking milestones, and handling all things documentation.
Organisation: You're highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple shipments without breaking a sweat.
Communication: Clear communication is your superpower - whether you're liaising with clients, shipping lines, or customs authorities.Perks & Benefits:
Competitive Salary: Circa £35k (based on experience) to reward your expertise and contributions.
Hybrid Working: Once fully trained and integrated, you can enjoy a flexible work schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.
Growth Opportunities: We love to see our team grow, so there's plenty of room for you to expand your skills and develop in your career.Ready to make waves (or soar) in the world of freight? If you're the type who thrives on logistics, and your knowledge of Cargowise makes you feel like a freight wizard, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's navigate the world of air and ocean freight together. 🌍✈️🚢
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