Ocean Coordinator

We are looking for a full time Ocean coordinator Import.

The Ocean Coordinator is responsible for processing import shipments while coordinating and maintain excellent customer service. The goal will be to achieve high accuracy through our global forwarding systems to ensure high productivity and operational excellence.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handling  FCL /LCL  inbound shipments into Europe
• Create / process Jobs in our Global Freight Management system
• Handle the day-to-day operations of the ocean department to ensure that customer requirements are met
• Responsible for reviewing all documents,
• Transfer / handle files to brokerage
• Processing shipments via Port and Client portals
• Arrange transport as per clients’ requirements
• Notify exceptions to clients and management
• Demurrage / Dentention management
• Responsible for correct and accurate communication and instructions to our vendors
• Other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of experience with the Port of Rotterdam, Antwerp as Ocean import forwarder.
• Knowledge of German ports process is preferred
• Basic Customs Brokerage knowledge
• Completed education Manager Haven Logistiek, level 4, or similar based on experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Dutch & English. German is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Inco, and shipping terms
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Personal Skills:

• Self-managing, accurate and pro-active
• Ability to balance multiple priorities
• Desire to working in a transaction processing environment
• Ability to operate in global environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Team player

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Dutch and  English are the principal language for this position. This position requires good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a diverse multicultural environment.

Knowledge of German language is preferred.

 

COMPUTER SKILLS
Experienced of software and applications Outlook, Word, Excel, Portbase, APCS, Inttra, are required.

We offer a good working environment in a dedicated team where teamwork and service to our clients is key.