Freight forwarding occupations Work, Jobs in Ipswich, Eng (with Salaries)

Ocean Freight Import Coordinator
Simarco —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
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Ocean Freight Quotations Coordinator
Simarco —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
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2d
Customs Clearance Coordinator
Simarco —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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2d
Import Operations & Customer Services
Maritime Cargo Services —Needham Market
- £28,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- IT
- In-person
- Free parking
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4d
Import Entry Clerk
Shield Shipping Limited —Ipswich
- £27,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
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6d
Freight Forwarder (road freight)
Transportify —Ipswich
- Up to £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
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12d
Ocean Export Freight Forwarder
DSV —Ipswich
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
4d
Import Operator
Uniserve —Felixstowe
- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Referral programme
12d
Import Operator
Uniserve (U K) Ltd —Felixstowe
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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12d
Inside Sales Coordinator
Samskip —Ipswich
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
2d
Import & Export Customs Clerk
Uniserve (U K) Ltd —Bury St. Edmunds
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Customs Process Administrator - SCDP
Customs Support Group —Felixstowe
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Life insurance
Import Entry Clerk Part Time
Shield Shipping Limited —Ipswich
- £13 - £17 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- School
- Negotiation
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Export Customer Service Co-ordinator
WEC Lines UK Ltd —Felixstowe
- From £24,454 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- CRM software
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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12d
Customs Clearance Clerk
Burhill Logistics —Felixstowe
- From £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Negotiation
- Time management
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
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13d
Import & Export Customs Clerk
Uniserve —Bury St. Edmunds
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Customs Clearance Coordinator
Customs Support Group —Felixstowe
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Life insurance

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Ocean Freight Import Coordinator

Simarco -
Ipswich

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Car scheme

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Logistics
Microsoft Office
Organisational skills
HMRC
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Title: Ocean Freight Import Coordinator

Location: Ipswich / Felixstowe area

Salary: Competitive

Hours: 09:00 to 17:30 (to be included in early start Rota - 07:00 to 15:30) Monday to Friday

Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.

Are you an experienced Ocean Freight Import Coordinator ready for your next challenge?

Join Simarco International, an award-winning and growing freight forwarder, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing Far East import shipments into the UK. We're looking for a driven and customer-focused sea freight professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong client relationships, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service. If you're passionate about operational excellence and want to be part of a business that values expertise, innovation and career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Here at Simarco, we believe that people are the heart of our business. It is their professionalism, dedication and experience that continues to be at the core of our success!

The Simarco Culture and values...

~ Communication ~ Innovation ~ Accountability ~ Integrity ~

Key Skills and Qualifications to succeed in this role:

Minimum 5 years' experience within ocean freight imports or a similar freight forwarding role.

Strong knowledge of Far East import shipping services into the UK.

Experience handling both FCL and LCL shipments.

Solid understanding of UK customs procedures, import arrival processes, and compliance requirements.

Experience managing Port Health, HMRC, and related import compliance activities.

Knowledge of shipping documentation including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, delivery orders, and certificates of origin.

Good understanding of Incoterms and their practical application.

Knowledge of shipping lines, vessel schedules, and transit times from the Far East.

Strong commercial awareness, including understanding file profitability and gross margins.

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Experience using Azyra FMS/ERP systems.
Freight Forwarding, Logistics, or Supply Chain qualification.
Has the drive to go the extra mile for customers and colleagues.
Thrives in a fast-paced freight forwarding environment.

Key duties & Responsibilities:

Manage ocean freight import shipments from booking through to final delivery.

Handle both FCL and LCL/consolidation shipments, including direct shipping line and co-loader movements.

Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents, hauliers, warehouses, customs teams, and customers to ensure smooth shipment progression.

Monitor vessel arrivals, transit milestones, and delivery schedules, proactively managing delays and communicating updates to customers.

Deliver outstanding customer service while maintaining commercially competitive transport solutions.

Build and maintain strong customer relationships to support business growth and customer retention.

Ensure accurate operational, financial, and tracking data is maintained within internal systems.

Work closely with customs clearance and transport teams to ensure compliant cargo processing and delivery.

Resolve operational queries, invoicing issues, claims, and service concerns professionally and efficiently.

Support departmental KPI achievement relating to service quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

We can offer you:

We offer a highly competitive salary
25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
Company Pension Scheme
Discount platform - including top high street retailers
Full training and support
Cycle to work & Tusker car scheme
Regular engagement initiative including treat days!
Learning Management System for continuous learning
Mental health forum in place to support with well being
Simarco Stars - recognition & rewards

You'll be joining a respected and growing logistics business where teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement are valued. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to our ongoing growth while developing your own career within a supportive and dynamic environment.

If you have the experience, drive, and customer focus we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.

Simarco International is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and a respectful working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we value the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. We are driven by our core values of Integrity, Communication, Accountability, and Innovation, which influence how we work, collaborate, and grow as a business.

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freight forwarding occupations jobs in ipswich, eng

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Import Operator

Import Operator

Inside Sales Coordinator

Import & Export Customs Clerk

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