Title: Ocean Freight Forwarder
Location: Cork
Type: Full-time, permanent, site-based
Package: €Neg
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our sea freight operations team. This role involves overseeing end-to-end ocean freight processes, ensuring a seamless experience for both internal teams and external customers.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Manage and process ocean freight bookings, ensuring timely and accurate input of shipment data
* Track and monitor shipments from initial customer booking through to final delivery and payment receipt
* Deliver excellent service by maintaining clear and prompt communication with clients and colleagues
* Coordinate with international partners, carriers, and logistics providers to secure optimal rates and performance
* Organise collection and delivery schedules with transport providers
* Handle invoicing processes, resolving discrepancies with sales and purchase invoices efficiently
* Prepare quotations and respond to customer rate inquiries
* Maintain awareness of customs clearance procedures, including documentation and regulatory compliance
* Contribute to the growth and optimisation of sea freight services
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience in freight forwarding or internal sales within a busy logistics environment
* Provide cover for colleagues during leave periods within the operations team
* Support cross-departmental freight teams with administrative tasks when needed
* Participate in occasional customer site visits to strengthen client relationships
* Contribute to team projects and process improvement initiatives
For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity please contact Nicola Murphy
IAC-Jul25
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