Ocean Import Clerk

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £36,500 DOE + Benefits

Experience: 1-2 Years Minimum (Recent Ocean Import Experience Essential)

The Role

Are you an Ocean Freight professional who loves the buzz of the Port of Liverpool? We are looking for an Ocean Import Coordinator to join our team. This is a full-lifecycle role-you aren't just handling a single stage of the process; you own the shipment from the initial pre-alert right through to the final UK delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

• End-to-End Import Cycles: Managing LCL and FCL movements from global origins (Asia, USA, etc.) into the UK.
• Vessel Tracking & Arrival: Monitoring vessel schedules, managing arrivals, and coordinating with shipping lines for container release.
• Customs Clearance: Ensuring all Import Entries are filed accurately via CNS/Destin8, checking duty/VAT calculations, and managing deferment accounts.
• Haulage & Last Mile: Coordinating with UK transport partners to ensure containers are de-vanned or delivered to the door on time.
• Client Management: Acting as the dedicated point of contact for your accounts-handling quotes, providing status updates, and solving operational hurdles.
• Financial Accuracy: Managing file profitability, accruing costs correctly, and issuing sales invoices.

What You Need

• Experience: 1-2 years of current/recent experience in a Sea Freight Forwarding import role.
• Port Knowledge: Familiarity with Port of Liverpool operations and UK customs systems (CDS) is a significant advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of Incoterms, Bills of Lading, and commercial documentation.
• Confidentiality: We understand the Liverpool logistics community is close-knit. Every application is handled with the highest level of professional discretion and care.

Why Apply?

• Full Ownership: You manage the file from start to finish-no departmental hand-offs.
• Prime Location: Work in one of the UK's most iconic and busy maritime hubs.
• Progression: We value those who take initiative and offer clear paths for career development.