Our client, a leading worldwide supply chain & freight forwarding specialist, with a unique mix of logistics and packaging optimization services on offer, are looking to recruit an Ocean Freight Forwarderto be based at their offices in London.
Main Purpose ofthe Role:
Reporting to the Regional Manager, as an Ocean Freight Forwarder you will be part of the Operations Department in a multinational company, moving freight from all over the world via ocean and dealing with all aspects of quoting, forwarding, customs and 3rd parties through to completion. You will experience a variety of languages and cultures and will have exciting opportunities to enhance and develop your career.
On Offer:
- Offering up to £38K dependent on experience plus discretionary bonus
- 25 days annual leave
- Variety of recognition schemes, including long service, employee appreciation, social activities, staff competitions
- Flexible/Hybrid working schedule - 2 days in office / 3 from home.
- Training and development
- Access to Company training programmes for personal and professional development
- Friendly, fun, and relaxed culture
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Managing the whole sea export freight forwarding process from start to finish.
- Bookings and managing subcontractors throughout the shipment process.
- Managing all customs processes where required
- Assisting with Sea Imports wherever the company requires
- Completing all billing activities in line with company KPI’s
- Creating and developing a positive working relationship with your allocated customers
- Contributing financially by maximizing gross profit on all shipments, and mitigating against any detention/demurrage/storage
- Negotiating contracts, transportation, and handlings costs
- Checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packaging specifications, and compliance with overseas countries’ regulations and fiscal regimes
- Consulting with and manage third parties in accordance with customer requirements.
- Arranging insurance and assist the client in the event of a claim.
- Communicating with the customer, maintain visibility and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports, statistical and unit cost analyst.
- Helping and support local business development opportunities.
To Be Considered:
- A customer-orientated ability to work under pressure and solve problems independently.
- Previous experience in the freight forwarding industry - specifically Sea freight is essential.
- Collaborator with positive working attitude
- Ability to address multiple tasks, set work priorities, and organize work effectively.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills in English, an additional language would be beneficial but not essential.
- An elevated level of energy with a "can-do" cheerful outlook and entrepreneurial spirit
- Eligibility to work in the UK is essential.
For more details, please contact Willis Global -a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry.