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Ocean Freight Co-ordinator

RPS plc

Ocean Freight Co-ordinator

£27219

RPS plc, Camberley, Surrey

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 13 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: df2e0098ee424852bcd96af4116935b2

Full Job Description

  • Monitoring and manage day to day operations for sea freight and transport for the company's clients.


  • Log incoming quotation requests and manage to provide a cost-effective and competitive delivery/collection rate.


  • Communicating details of transport to all customers. Also, if required, the person will be assigned as the account manager for certain accounts to complete the duties such as invoicing and payment follow ups.


  • Communicating with transport and warehouse department to ensure availability in the warehouse for smooth flow within goods in and out.


  • Booking of deliveries and collections.


  • Constant communication with last miles for transport purposes and 3rd party warehouses


  • Invoice files with monthly deadlines - Ensure suppliers invoices are pay timely.


  • Negotiating costs with suppliers


  • Perform other duties as assigned SEA FREIGHT COORDINATOR POSITION REQUIREMENTS, Prepare and process shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs paperwork


    • - Ensure accurate and complete data entry of shipment details into the system
    - Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to freight shipments
    - Monitor and track inventory levels to ensure availability for customer orders
    - Collaborate with warehouse team to coordinate loading and unloading of freight

  • Proven experience in Ocean Imports & Exports for FCL and LCL from start to finish - Essential.


  • Experience in Quoting & Booking jobs - Essential. English Language skills (both writing and speaking) - Essential.


  • Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills - Essential


  • Experience in dealing with Forwarders / 3rd party firms - Highly Desirable


  • Knowledge and experience in Customs Commercial awareness Excellent computer skills Be a highly motivated and passionate professional, ideally with experience in the international logistics/e-commerce industry.


    • - Coordinate and schedule freight shipments to ensure timely delivery

    - Communicate with carriers, drivers, and customers to track and update shipment status, High school diploma or equivalent
    - Previous experience in logistics or freight coordination preferred
    - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
    - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
    - Proficient in using computer systems and software for data entry and tracking shipments
    - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
    - Knowledge of transportation regulations and procedures is a plus

    RPS is an exciting start-up in UK & EU gateway logistics solutions are in search of an experienced Ocean Freight Coordinator to be part of their successful team based in Camberley, Surrey.

    Pulled from the full job description
  • Company pension

  • Flexitime

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking, Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm, or Part-time available at 25 hours per week.


    • Salary: £23,000 - £27,000, Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: £18,000.00-£27,218.60 per year

    Benefits:
  • Company pension

  • Flexitime

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking


    • Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday


    • Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus scheme

  • Performance bonus


    • Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Camberley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)


    • Application question(s):
  • Do you have customers who can come with you to your new company with a strong relationship?

  • Do you have Logistics / Freight Forwarding Experience?

  • You will need to travel to Exeter, Devon regularly for work as we have another office. Please confirm you are able to do this.