Ocean Import Freight Operator / Sea Freight Import Specialist

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