Ocean Import Freight Operator / Sea Freight Import Specialist

Job Title: Ocean Import Freight Operator / Sea Freight Import Specialist Location: Manchester, UK Salary: Up to 38,000 + Benefits (DOE) A leading global freight forwarder in Manchester is hiring an experienced Ocean Imports Operator to manage high-volume deep-sea ocean import consignments. If you want operational autonomy, excellent job stability, and strong international growth potential within sea freight imports, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities: Ocean Import Freight Desk: Take complete ownership of ocean import files (FCL and LCL) across international trade lanes, managing shipments from initial origin booking straight through to UK port arrival and final delivery. Import Customs and Documentation: Prepare and process crucial UK import customs entries, Bills of Lading (MBL/HBL), and shipping documentation in full compliance with UK import regulations. Supply Chain and Carrier Coordination: Work alongside ocean carriers, shipping lines, overseas freight agents, and domestic hauliers to secure competitive ocean freight rates and optimize import transit times. Key Account Management: Act as the primary operational contact for key client accounts, delivering real-time milestone tracking updates and proactively resolving route bottlenecks. File Profitability: Oversee ocean import job costing, audit supplier charges, and execute accurate client billing to protect file margins. Requirements: Proven background in ocean import freight forwarding operations. Solid ..... full job details .....