Ocean Import Specialist

Ocean Import Specialist

Manchester | Up to £35,000 DOE | Permanent

Join a growing freight forwarder where you can make an impact.

We're recruiting an experienced Ocean Import Coordinator to join a successful, privately owned freight forwarding business in Manchester.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants ownership, variety and genuine career progression within a supportive and growing team.

The Role

You'll manage ocean import shipments from start to finish, including:

FCL & LCL shipments
Booking with shipping lines and overseas agents
Shipping documentation and customs/CDS
Customer, haulier and agent liaison
Shipment tracking and proactive customer updates
Costing, invoicing and resolving operational issues
Building strong customer relationships

About You

You'll have:

Proven Ocean Import / freight forwarding experience
FCL & LCL knowledge
Customs/CDS experience
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Strong organisation and attention to detail
The ability to manage multiple shipments in a busy environment
CargoWise experience is advantageous

Why Join?

Up to £35,000
Growing and well-established business
Supportive, collaborative team
Genuine career development and progression
Real ownership and responsibility
Long-term opportunity with a business that invests in its peopleWR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed