Ocean Freight Operator

Position: Ocean Freight Operator
Location: Southampton | Hybrid Working
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 + Profit Share

Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30-17:00pm

We are working with a leading, employee-owned freight forwarding & logistics provider to recruit an experienced and Ocean Freight Operations Co-Ordinator. This is a hands-on role managing end-to-end ocean import and export operations for key customer accounts, from booking through to invoicing, ensuring efficient, high-quality service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage your workload efficiently to meet the needs of key client accounts.
• Oversee import and export shipments, ensuring all processes and procedures are followed.
• Handle client invoicing promptly and ensure supplier costs are accurately passed on to meet KPIs.
• Monitor departmental systems and suggest improvements to increase efficiency and profitability.
• Report operational issues to the Operations Manager as needed.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong experience in ocean import and export operations.
• Positive, proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to process compliance.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive salary (£32,000 – £35,000) plus profit share scheme + enhanced benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangement for a healthy work-life balance.
• Work in an employee-owned business, contributing directly to company success.
• Career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated operations professional to take ownership of key accounts and grow within a progressive, people-focused logistics company.

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