Description of the job
We are currently seeking a Seafreight Import Operator for our client based in Greenhithe, Kent, who are a leading Logistics provider and respected Freight Forwarder.
As the Seafreight Import Operator, day-to-day duties will involve dealing with companies worldwide, liaising with overseas agents / customers / hauliers, controlling all aspects of Seafreight imports from start to finish and everything in between.
Duties continued:
- Control all Seafreight Import activities on a start to finish basis
- Ensure all Consignments are loaded onto computer system prior to arrival / departure
- Keep customers fully informed of anything which may cause delay to a shipment
- Develop constructive relationships with key customers and key supplier
The successful Seafreight Import Operator will have start to finish Sea Freight Import experience or have been working as a Seafreight Import Operator / Import Clerk / Import Coordinator, etc.
We would love to speak with enthusiastic individuals who have a good operational know-how of import procedures, excellent customer service skills and experience of LCL and FCL from a freight / logistics background.
Being a proficient communicator; in person, on the phone and in writing and having commercial sense are vital attributes.
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