Ocean Freight Trade Support Clerk
3 months ago
We are actively seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual with expertise in ocean freight. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers to negotiate and confirm rates effectivelyMain Duties * Receive customer quotations via varying methods - email / online portal etc * To cover Ocean - Imports / Exports / Cross Trade * Negotiate rates with carriers / hauliers / suppliers and confirm availability of equipment and agree prices where no tariff exists, to maximise cost-effectiveness. * Prepare and submit customer quotations and proposals within agreed timeframe * Work within our in-house system to create and issue quotations * Communicate with customers to manage and follow up all quotes to obtain feedback to measure, analyse and circulate to the relevant teams, adjusting pricing where possible to ensure we secure opportunities. * Track success/failure rate of quotes, reporting back to management* Develop and build relationships and provide the highest level of customer service to all customers * To produce strategic tariffs when required to ensure effective workload and to ensure these tariffs are kept up to date and relevant * Monitor carrier websites and notifications * Engagement with ocean freight operational teams to ensure smooth handover of secured shipmentsExperience required * Industry and operational knowledge of Ocean freight * inbound, outbound, and cross trade * An understanding of how to influence the profitability through effective pricing * Able to cope and accustomed to working under pressure to meet fixed deadlines * Strong numerical and commercial skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Excellent attention to detailPackage and Benefits- Salary £30,000 to £35,000 experience dependent - Pension - 22 days holiday to start - Rewards and Discounts- Heath care plan- Cycle to work scheme- Social events- Free Parking- Plus more
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Ocean Freight Trade Support Clerk
1 month ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeWe are actively seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual with expertise in ocean freight. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers to negotiate and confirm rates effectively Main Duties * Receive customer quotations via varying methods - email / online portal etc * To...
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Ocean Freight Support Specialist
2 weeks ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeWe are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as an Ocean Freight Trade Support Clerk. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers to negotiate rates effectively.Main Responsibilities:Receive customer quotations via various methodsNegotiate rates with carriers, hauliers, and...
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Trade Assistant
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeAbout the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for an experienced trade assistant to join our dynamic team at Freight Personnel.As a key member of the ocean freight operations team, you will be responsible for developing and building relationships with customers.
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Ocean Freight Operations Coordinator
3 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeAre you a proactive individual with expertise in ocean freight looking to build and maintain relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers? We are seeking a skilled Ocean Freight Operations Coordinator to join our team at Freight Personnel.Main Responsibilities:Negotiate rates with carriers, hauliers, and suppliers to maximise cost-effectiveness and...
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Ocean Freight Trade Support Clerk
3 months ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full timeWe are actively seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual with expertise in ocean freight. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers to negotiate and confirm rates effectively Main Duties * Receive customer quotations via varying methods - email / online portal etc * To...
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Freight Trade Support Specialist
3 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeWe are seeking a highly skilled Freight Trade Support Specialist to join our team at Freight Personnel. As an expert in ocean freight, you will be responsible for negotiating rates with carriers, hauliers, and suppliers, and developing relationships with customers to provide high-level service.Job Description:Negotiate rates with carriers, hauliers, and...
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Freight Logistics Coordination Expert
2 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeFreight Personnel is seeking an experienced Ocean Freight Trade Support Clerk to join our team. The estimated salary for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 per year.About the RoleThis role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers to negotiate and confirm rates effectively. You will work within our in-house...
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Ocean Freight Rate Analyst
1 week ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeJob Title: Ocean Freight Rate Analyst">About Freight Personnel: As a leading international freight forwarder, we provide expert services to our clients in the Far East and USA markets. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service and empower our clients to focus on their core business.About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Ocean Freight Rate Analyst...
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Ocean Freight Export Specialist
4 days ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeJob OverviewAs an Ocean Freight Export Specialist with Freight Personnel, you will play a critical role in managing the export logistics process for our clients. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring that all shipments are handled efficiently and effectively.About the RoleThis is a challenging yet rewarding position that...
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Ocean Freight Negotiator
1 month ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeJob Summary: We're seeking an experienced Ocean Freight Negotiator to join our team at Freight Personnel. The successful candidate will be responsible for building strong relationships with customers, negotiating rates, and providing exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include:Main Responsibilities:Negotiate and agree on freight rates with...
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Ocean Freight Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Silver Arrow Full timeBecome a key member of our Ocean Trade Support team at Silver Arrow by taking on the role of Ocean Freight Coordinator. In this position, you will work closely with customers, carriers, and suppliers to confirm rates and negotiate availability. Your ability to analyze data and make informed decisions will drive the profitability of our business.We offer a...
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Ocean Freight Negotiator
1 week ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full timeJob OverviewMetro, a leading logistics provider, is seeking a highly skilled Ocean Freight Negotiator to join our team. As a key member of our ocean freight operations, you will play a crucial role in building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, and suppliers to negotiate and confirm rates effectively.We offer a competitive salary...
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Ocean Export Operator
17 hours ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Headford Group Full timeOcean Export Operator Birmingham Experience required within Ocean Freight, export operations preferable, if you have other freight forwarding experience please apply. **Salary**: £18k - £30k+ depending on experience The Person: - Looking after the day-to-day requirements of our key freight accounts / customers - Dynamic individual able to work in a...
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Ocean Import Operator
17 hours ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Headford Group Full timeOcean Import Operator Birmingham Experience required within Ocean Freight, import operations preferable, if you have other freight forwarding experience please apply. **Salary**: £18k - £30k+ depending on experience The Person: - Looking after the day-to-day requirements of our key freight accounts / customers - Dynamic individual able to work in a...
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Trade Compliance and Logistics Coordinator
3 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeFreight Personnel is seeking a skilled Trade Compliance and Logistics Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing ocean freight operations, developing relationships with customers, and ensuring compliance with regulations.Responsibilities:Monitor carrier websites and notifications for updates and engage with ocean freight...
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Freight Market Specialist
1 month ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full timeJob Description: We're looking for a skilled individual to join our team as a Freight Market Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing ocean imports, exports, and cross-trade operations. Key responsibilities include:Main Duties:Receive customer quotations, negotiate rates, and confirm availability.Cover Ocean Imports, Exports, and...
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Ocean Trade Support
4 months ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full timePowered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. At Metro, its our innovative technologies, pushing of boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that sets us apart. We are proud to say we...
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Ocean Trade Support
4 months ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full timePowered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. At Metro, its our innovative technologies, pushing of boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that sets us apart. We are proud to say we...
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Ocean Trade Support
4 months ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full timePowered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. At Metro, its our innovative technologies, pushing of boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that sets us apart. We are proud to say we...
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Ocean Trade Support
4 months ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full timePowered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. At Metro, its our innovative technologies, pushing of boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that sets us apart. We are proud to say we...