Import Operator

Location Manchester
Discipline: Aviation and Freight Forwarding
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £30000 per annum
Contact name: Danni Thake

Contact email: danni.thake@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2654_1770116414
Published: about 15 hours ago
Startdate: ASAP

Right Now Group are recruiting for an Import Operator to join a well-established international freight forwarder based in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in Air or Ocean Imports who wants to manage shipments end-to-end. If you're confident in one mode, full training can be provided on the other.


The Role - Import Operator

You'll be responsible for managing Import shipments from start to finish, ensuring cargo moves smoothly, compliantly, and on time.


Key Responsibilities

  • Managing Air Freight and/or Ocean Freight Import shipments from start to finish (training available on one mode)

  • Preparing and processing Import documentation including:

    • Bills of Lading

    • Airway Bills

    • Customs entries

  • Liaising with shipping lines, airlines, overseas agents and hauliers to ensure timely movement of freight

  • Coordinating and managing customs clearance accurately and efficiently

  • Providing clear updates to customers and maintaining strong client communication

  • Ensuring shipments meet Import regulations and customer requirements

  • Using CargoWise to manage job files and shipment processing

  • Supporting the wider operations team when required


What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience handling Import freight operations (Air or Ocean)

  • Comfortable managing shipments from start to finish

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • Experience using a freight management system (CargoWise is highly desirable)

  • Someone looking to develop and progress within a stable forwarding business


What's On Offer

  • Salary: £30,000

  • Hours: Monday to Friday (standard office hours)

  • Location: Manchester

  • Supportive team environment + training available on one mode