At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage FCL imports and support your team in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading international freight forwarding business in Basildon.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 20 days holiday, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Hands-on role with a focus on teamwork and problem-solving.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the logistics industry while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in FCL import freight forwarding and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are supporting an established international freight forwarding business in Basildon as they look to hire an experienced FCL Import Supervisor for their Sea Freight Import department. This is a hands-on operational role combining end-to-end FCL import management with responsibility for supporting colleagues, coordinating workloads and maintaining departmental service standards. Strong hands-on FCL import freight forwarding experience is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage FCL imports from origin through to final UK delivery
- Support the day-to-day running of the FCL Import department
- Coordinate workloads, priorities and key customer requirements
- Provide operational guidance and support to colleagues
- Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers and warehouses
- Coordinate customs clearance, transport and final delivery
- Monitor container availability, allocations and carrier performance
- Manage Bills of Lading and associated import documentation
- Resolve complex shipments and act as an escalation point
- Maintain accurate shipment records and identify process improvements
Experience Required
- Strong end-to-end FCL import freight forwarding experience
- Good knowledge of Bills of Lading and import documentation
- Understanding of UK customs clearance procedures
- Experience dealing with shipping lines, hauliers and overseas agents
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Previous experience supervising, training, mentoring or providing day-to-day guidance to members of an FCL import team
Benefits
£32,000 - £45,000, depending on experience. 20 days holiday plus.
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