Antiques Shipping Operative

Ipswich

Salary - (DOE)

Shift Pattern: Monday- Friday
Job type: Permanent

A fantastic opportunity to join an established Logistics company offering a full range of logistics and freight services globally

Your role will involve working closely with clients, importers, and exporters as a trusted agent to coordinate safe, cost-effective, and efficient transportation of antiques and high-value items. An interest in handling unique and valuable shipments is preferred, along with patience and a strong problem-solving mind-set.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme.
• Supportive work environment.
• Regular social events
• Fantastic opportunities to progress your career.
• Access to fitness & Wellness Programs
• Personalised staff development initiatives

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients throughout the shipping process and collaborating with the Hemisphere team to provide logistics solutions
• Handling day-to-day Import ocean freight operations and customs processes
• Building and maintaining client relations for continued business
• Coordinating final mile delivery requirements with third-party suppliers and in-house team
• Providing general customs advice and creating customs and import ocean document

Requirements

• Ideally a background in a road/sea/Air freight role working for a freight forwarder would be highly desirable - This however is not essential
• Knowledge of customs procedures
• Understanding of AEO procedures, Bills of Lading, Inco Terms, and general customs compliance
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

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