Location: Romford
Salary: From £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday
Working arrangement: Office based
We are recruiting an experienced Sea Freight Export Operator to join an established freight forwarding business in Romford.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong ocean export experience who can confidently manage shipments from initial booking through to final destination.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage sea freight export shipments from start to finish
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Handle LCL movements
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Make bookings with shipping lines and overseas agents
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Prepare bills of lading and export documentation
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Monitor vessel schedules, cut-off times and shipment deadlines
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Arrange collections and coordinate deliveries to port
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Complete or coordinate customs documentation and export clearances
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Provide customers with regular shipment updates
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Liaise with shipping lines, hauliers, customers and overseas partners
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Resolve operational issues efficiently
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Produce quotations and manage shipment costs
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Ensure files are completed accurately and invoiced promptly
Skills and Experience
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Previous sea or ocean freight export experience is essential
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Strong understanding of FCL and LCL export procedures
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Knowledge of shipping documentation and customs requirements
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Confident communicating with customers, shipping lines and overseas agents
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Organised and able to manage multiple shipments and deadlines
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Strong attention to detail
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Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Package
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Salary from £35,000 per annum
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Monday-to-Friday working
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25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
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Company pension
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Stable, office-based position
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Opportunities for continued professional development
Apply today to be considered for this Sea Freight Export Operator opportunity in Romford
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year