We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sea Freight Import Operator to join an established international freight forwarding business. The role will involve managing import shipments from pre-alert through to final delivery, ensuring all customs clearance, transport arrangements and documentation are completed accurately and efficiently.
The successful candidate will ideally have previous sea freight import experience, good knowledge of customs procedures and an understanding of GDP requirements within pharmaceutical logistics.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage sea freight import shipments from start to finish.
Open new shipment files from pre-alerts and maintain accurate customer profiles.
Liaise with customers, overseas offices, hauliers and suppliers to coordinate import deliveries.
Arrange FCL and LCL transport and ensure deliveries meet customer requirements.
Complete customs clearance and associated import documentation.
Process pre-alerts, deliveries, job costing, invoicing and shipment closures.
Ensure all supplier costs are received and accurately recorded before invoicing.
Handle customer and accounts queries promptly and professionally.
Negotiate rates with suppliers and transport providers where required.
GDP & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) guidelines for pharmaceutical products.
Monitor temperature-controlled transport requirements across sea, road and air movements.
Identify and report any temperature excursions or issues during transit.
Skills & Experience Required:
Previous experience in a similar freight forwarding role.
Good understanding of sea freight import operations.
Knowledge of UK customs clearance procedures.
Understanding of GDP procedures, ideally within pharmaceutical logistics.
Experience negotiating freight and transport rates.
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Experience using freight forwarding systems such as CNS, Destin8 or Sequoia would be advantageous.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure.
Flexible approach, including occasional overtime when required.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sea Freight Import Operator to join an established international logistics business handling specialist pharmaceutical shipments.
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