Freight Forwarder - Ocean
Reed·Dartford·reed·published 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.