Freight Forwarder - Ocean

ReedDartfordreedpublished 10/20/2026

Your tasks

  • Manage full-cycle ocean freight shipments for both import and export movements.
  • Coordinate bookings with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers, warehouses, and customers.
  • Prepare and process all relevant shipping documentation, including:
  • Bills of Lading
  • Commercial Invoices
  • Packing Lists
  • Export Documentation
  • Customs Documentation
  • Monitor shipment progress and provide proactive updates to customers.
  • Ensure all shipments are handled in accordance with customer requirements and agreed service levels.
  • Liaise with customs brokers and ensure compliance with customs regulations and international trade requirements.
  • Resolve operational issues including shipment delays, customs queries, and carrier exceptions.
  • Negotiate rates and maintain positive relationships with carriers, suppliers, and overseas partners.
  • Accurately raise job files, process costs, and support invoicing activities.
  • Maintain accurate shipment records within the freight forwarding system.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years' experience within ocean freight forwarding operations.
  • Strong understanding of FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments.
  • Experience handling import and export shipments.