Ocean Import Freight Operator / Sea Freight Import Specialist in Manchester

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 & LCL) across international trade lanes, managing shipments from initial origin booking straight through to UK port arrival and final delivery. * Import Customs & 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 & 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 understanding of deep-sea ocean import documentation, Incoterms, and UK import customs procedures. * Hands-on experience using freight platforms like CargoWise One, MultiFreight, or similar system environments. * Sharp problem-solving ability and strong attention to detail under tight port and shipping cut-off deadlines. Benefits: * Competitive basic salary up to £38,000 dependent on experience. * Structured career growth paths within a global freight forwarding network. * Comprehensive benefits package and a generous annual leave allowance. #OceanImports #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #FreightForwarding #ManchesterJobs #LogisticsJobs