Overview
Sea & Air Freight Operator
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: up to £32,000 + Benefits
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Hybrid working available after probation)
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading freight forwarding and logistics business that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality transport solutions across Europe and beyond. Following continued growth, they are now looking to expand their Sea & Air department with an experienced Sea & Air Freight Operator.
Air and Ocean Freight Coordinator
Responsibilities
* You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of sea and air services, ensuring the smooth relay of information between customers, partners, and subcontractors.
* Arranging import and export movements via sea and air (FCL, LCL, cross-trade).
* Liaising with shipping lines, hauliers, overseas partners, and agents.
* Providing accurate updates to customers and ensuring smooth transit.
* Quoting for new business and negotiating rates with carriers and clients.
* Processing export documentation (bills of lading, air waybills, certificates of origin, etc.).
* Maintaining strong relationships with existing and new customers.
* Updating transport software and ensuring accurate records.
* Supporting insurance claim processes where required.
Experience / Qualifications
* Minimum 3 years' experience in sea and air exports.
* Previous experience with imports and export documentation.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
* Strong written and spoken English.
* Excellent communication skills with a positive, proactive approach.
What s on Offer
* Competitive salary package with bonus scheme
* Hybrid working (full office-based during probation)
* Company pension scheme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Private medical & dental insurance
* Life insurance
* Company events
* Sick pay
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