Ocean Import Freight Operator / Sea Freight Import Specialist

<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Ocean Import Freight Operator / Sea Freight Import Specialist</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK</p> <p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to &#163;38,000 &#43; Benefits (DOE)</p> <p><br /></p> <p>A leading global freight forwarder with operations in Bradford is hiring an experienced <strong>Ocean Imports Operator</strong> to manage high-volume deep-sea <strong>ocean import</strong> consignments. If you want operational autonomy, excellent job stability, and strong international growth potential within <strong>sea freight imports</strong>, this role is for you.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Ocean Import Freight Desk:</strong> Take complete ownership of <strong> ocean import</strong> files (FCL &amp; LCL) across international trade lanes, managing shipments from initial origin booking straight through to UK port arrival and final delivery.</li><li><strong>Import Customs &amp; Documentation:</strong> Prepare and process crucial UK <strong>import customs</strong> entries, Bills of Lading (MBL/HBL), and shipping documentation in full compliance with UK import regulations.</li><li><strong>Supply Chain &amp; Carrier Coordination:</strong> Work alongside ocean carriers, shipping lines, overseas freight agents, and domestic hauliers to secure competitive <strong>ocean freight</strong> rates and optimize import transit times.</li><li><strong>Key Account Management:</strong> Act as the primary operational contact for key client accounts, delivering real-time milestone tracking updates and proactively resolving route bottlenecks.</li><li><strong>File Profitability:</strong> Oversee <strong>ocean import</strong> job costing, audit supplier charges, and execute accurate client billing to protect file margins.</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Proven background</strong> in <strong>ocean import freight forwarding</strong> operations.</li><li>Solid understanding of deep-sea <strong>ocean import</strong> documentation, Incoterms, and UK <strong>import customs</strong> procedures.</li><li>Hands-on experience using freight platforms like CargoWise One, MultiFreight, or similar system environments.</li><li>Sharp problem-solving ability and strong attention to detail under tight port and shipping cut-off deadlines.</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive basic salary up to &#163;38,000 dependent on experience.</li><li>Structured career growth paths within a global <strong>freight forwarding</strong> network.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package and a generous annual leave allowance.</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p>#OceanImports #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #FreightForwarding #BradfordJobs #LogisticsJobs</p>