Company Description
SEABRIDGE®, a Leading Global provider of Logistics & Shipping Service is headquartered in Dublin with offices and logistics centres across Ireland, United Kingdom, Mainland Europe and Asia.
SEABRIDGE® has its core competencies in Overnight Express Groupage and Full Load Freight to and from the island of Ireland, with offices and warehouses in Haydock, London, Antrim, Dublin and Cork operating scheduled logistics services to and from all five locations. SEABRIDGE® specialises in Hazardous Cargo, each office has a DGSA, all consignments shipped are fully compliant with all ADR and IMDG regulations
SEABRIDGE® operates Express Groupage LTL and Full Load Services FTL, European LTL / FTL Trailer Services, Bulk Chemical Tanker Service, Freight Forwarding Worldwide, Warehousing, Ocean Freight Service and World Air Freight Service.
Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Documentation Management: Preparing and process shipping documents, including bills of lading, seaways bills, EUR1, commercial invoices and certificates of origin. Ensure all consignments are inputted onto system prior to arrival / departure, checking paperwork for accuracy.
- Logistics Planning: Plan, direct and control Freight Forwarding activities on a day to day basis. Handle exceptions including delays, demurrage and detention.
- Customs Compliance: Liaise with Customs Department to ensure timely clearance through Customs to avoid delays.
- Carrier Negotiation: Booking cargo space and negotiating rates with shipping lines, airlines, and trucking companies.
- Tracking and Support: Providing real-time updates to customers regarding shipment progress and troubleshooting delays.
- Customer / Supplier Relationship: Build and maintain strong relationship with Customers and Suppliers. Develop / explore opportunities within existing customers base for further potential business.
- Claims: Assist with insurance claims in line with company procedures as and when requested by management.
- Administration: Maintain accurate records and update logistics system including all costings and invoiced prior to export, delivery or release. Complete month end routines as directed by manager.
Minimum Requirements:
- Excellent knowledge of freight activities – especially sea freight and import/export procedures
- Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in a similar role
- Able to work and meet deadlines
- Computer literate
- Able to implement and manage systems which further enhance our profile
- Possess team player qualities and good leadership skills
- Able to plan ahead, work under pressure and manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- A pro-active attitude and Able to promote the corporate culture.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
