Ocean Freight Specialist

Salary: Up to £38,000

Location: Felixstowe

Start: ASAP

Our client, a well-established international freight forwarding and logistics provider, is looking for an Ocean Freight Specialist to join their growing team in Felixstowe.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with proven freight forwarding experience who enjoys preparing quotations, coordinating shipments, and building lasting customer relationships.

What you’ll do:

As Ocean Freight Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating end-to-end ocean freight shipments.  A typical day will involve liaising with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers and customers, and completing the necessary transportation documentation.

Duties include:

• Coordinating import and export ocean freight shipments from start to finish – 90% imports
• Completing and submit customs entries via Sequoia
• Liaising with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers and customers
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and within deadlines
• Working closely with the sales team to identify new business opportunities
• Providing exceptional customer service and regular shipment updates
• Ensuring all files are maintained in line with company procedures
• Supporting continuous improvement of operational processes within the company

What you need:

We’re keen to speak to proactive ocean freight forwarders with 3+ years’ experience.   Candidates should have a good understanding of documentation and regulations for both imports and exports. 

Why you’ll love this role:

• Bonus scheme – up to 10% of annual salary (applicable from 2027 onwards)
• 21 day’s starting holiday + birthday off
• Workplace pension scheme
• Death in service scheme

How to apply:

If you have relevant experience, please get in touch today.

E: shipping@redrecruit.com

T: 01376 503567 | 0203 906 6020

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Keywords / alternative titles: Shipping Clerk, Shipping Coordinator, Freight Forwarder, Import Clerk, Export Clerk, Logistics Coordinator, Freight Administrator, Logistics Clerk, Ocean Operator, Sea Freight Operator, Freight Operations.