Ocean Transportation Specialist

Company DescriptionAdvantage Forwarding Ltd offers comprehensive transportation services including full load, part load, and groupage services across Europe, the UK, and Ireland.We collaborate with global partners to provide efficient road, air, and sea transport solutions.Our in-house customs clearance service ensures the smooth and timely arrival of goods.Additionally, we provide certified storage and distribution services with long and short term warehousing options.Our certifications include BRCGS, ISO ****, *****, and *****, reflecting our commitment to quality and environmental management.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time on-site role for an Ocean Transportation Specialist, located in Dundalk.The successful candidate will have the opportunity of working with our existing teams to set up and develop an ocean freight department within our operationThe role will involve managing our existing ocean freight business and working with our local sales team and our group partners to further develop our ocean business.Daily tasks include arranging import and export shipments, managing documentation, coordinating with global partners, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing excellent customer service.QualificationsSkills in Freight Transportation and Freight ForwardingExperience with Ocean freight Import and Export proceduresCustomer Service skills, particularly in a transportation or logistics contextExcellent organizational and documentation management skillsAbility to work on-site in DundalkStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex logisticsProficiency in using IT systems.Good communication skills, both written and verbalThe PackageAdvantage Forwarding Limited strongly believe that our people are our strongest asset, and we offer a very attractive package to recruit and retain the right people.Competitive salary, based on experience.Very generous holiday allowanceEntrance to company subsidised pension planEntrance to company subsidised health careStaff profit share bonus plan.Further education and training both internal and external.Flexible working hours where compatible with position.If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity please submit your application toAll applications will be treated with the upmost confidentiality.