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Job ID : 1600980 Date Updated : July 7th, 2026

PR/118647 | Imports & Exports Operations Specilist

Location United Kingdom, Hounslow
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Job Description

Import & Export Operations Specialist

Position Title: Import & Export Operations Specialist

 

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Import & Export Operations Specialist to manage international logistics operations across air, ocean, and ground transportation. The successful candidate will be a hands-on logistics professional capable of independently overseeing end-to-end import and export processes and contributing immediately with minimal training.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage import and export shipments via air, ocean, and land transportation.

  • Handle shipping arrangements, booking procedures, and shipment tracking.

  • Prepare and review import/export documentation and customs-related paperwork.

  • Liaise with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, overseas agents, customers, and internal stakeholders.

  • Ensure compliance with customs regulations, trade requirements, and company procedures.

  • Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve operational issues.

  • Maintain accurate records and provide timely updates to relevant parties.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in import and export operations within logistics, freight forwarding, transportation, or supply chain environments.

  • Solid hands-on knowledge of air freight, ocean freight, and land transportation operations.

  • Strong understanding of import/export documentation and customs clearance procedures.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

  • Business-level proficiency in English.

Preferred Candidate Profile

  • Immediate contributor with practical experience in international logistics operations.

  • Able to independently manage end-to-end import/export activities with minimal supervision.

  • Detail-oriented, customer-focused, and proactive in addressing operational challenges.

 

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General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 3 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Fluent
Minimum Japanese Level None
Minimum Education Level Associate Degree/Diploma
Visa Status No permission to work in Japan required

Job Location

  • United Kingdom, Hounslow

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Logistics, Storage

Job Category