Ocean Freight Support Specialist

1 day ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom Freight Personnel Full time

We 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 methods
  • Negotiate rates with carriers, hauliers, and suppliers
  • Prepare and submit customer quotations within agreed timeframes
  • Communicate with customers to manage quotes and obtain feedback

The ideal candidate will have industry knowledge of ocean freight, inbound, outbound, and cross-trade operations, and be able to influence profitability through effective pricing.

Requirements:
  • Industry knowledge of ocean freight operations
  • Numerical and commercial skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 dependent on experience.

Benefits:
  • Pension
  • 22 days holiday to start
  • Rewards and Discounts
  • Healthcare plan
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Social events
  • Free Parking


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