Ocean Import Coordinator

Description

Ocean Import Coordinator

Location: Essex Office–Based (Mon–Fri, 9:00–17:00)

Salary: 30,000 – 33,000 + Benefits

We're partnering with a well–established, growing freight forwarding business that is looking to strengthen its import operations team with an experienced Import Coordinator

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close–knit, supportive team within a company that has built a strong reputation in international logistics, particularly across Asia trade lanes.

What's On Offer

Salary of 30,000 – 33,000 (depending on experience)20 days holiday + bank holidaysCompany PensionFree ParkingStable, growing business with a strong industry presenceExposure to global freight operations across multiple modesSupportive culture with opportunity to develop your skillset

The Role

This position will focus primarily on sea freight imports (approx. 95%), managing shipments from start to finish across key routes including China, India, and Southeast Asia.

You'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth, efficient movement of goods while delivering a high level of service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

Managing end–to–end import shipments (sea freight bias)Handling and processing pre–alerts from overseas agentsCoordinating with shipping lines, hauliers, and internal teamsOverseeing documentation and shipment progressSupporting customs processes (in–house customs team in place; knowledge beneficial but not essential)Completing invoicing and file closure accuratelyEnsuring excellent communication with customers and partnersNote: This role is operationally focused–no quoting or sales responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

Experience in import freight forwarding (sea freight preferred)Strong understanding of end–to–end operationsFamiliarity with Asia trade lanes (China/India/Southeast Asia advantageous)Confident handling documentation and shipment coordinationOrganised, detail–oriented, and able to manage multiple filesExperience with multi–freight systems/software

The Team & Environment

Join a team of 5 within operations, part of a wider team of around 16Friendly, collaborative office environment with strong internal supportOpportunity to work closely with experienced colleagues across all areas of freightWR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Ad ID: 5418196010