Ocean Freight Operations Manager in Southampton

Southampton | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Ocean Freight Manager ready to take ownership of a busy operation and lead a team to success?

We’re recruiting for an established global freight forwarder seeking a commercially minded Ocean Freight Operations Manager to lead its Southampton operation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, develop your team and drive operational excellence within an international logistics business.

About the Role

You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management and profitability of the Ocean Freight department, overseeing import and export operations while delivering outstanding customer service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading, coaching and developing the Ocean Freight team




• Managing operational performance, budgets and P&L




• Improving processes, efficiency and profitability




• Building strong relationships with customers, carriers and suppliers




• Driving KPIs, service standards and business growth

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Proven management experience within freight forwarding




• Strong knowledge of ocean freight imports and exports




• Commercial awareness and P&L understanding




• Confident leadership and people management skills




• A proactive, solutions-focused approach

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package




• Generous holiday entitlement




• Pension scheme and life assurance




• Employee wellbeing support




• Excellent training and career development opportunities




• 37.5-hour working week

Ready to take the next step in your freight forwarding career?

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