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:

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

About You

You'll have:

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

Why Join?

1. Up to 35,000
2. Growing and well-established business
3. Supportive, collaborative team
4. Genuine career development and progression
5. Real ownership and responsibility
6. Long-term opportunity with a business that invests in its people

WR 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

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