Ocean Freight Supervisor

Ocean Freight Supervisor – Southampton – Up to £43,000

An established freight forwarding business is looking for an experienced Ocean Freight Supervisor to join its team.

The role will involve overseeing day-to-day Ocean freight operations, supporting and developing the team, managing customer requirements and driving operational improvements.

Location: Southampton, UK

Salary: Up to £43,000

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours: 0900-1730 – Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Manage workloads and ensure customer procedures are followed.

• Support quotations and new business transitions.

• Build strong relationships with customers, shipping lines and suppliers.

• Monitor operational performance and identify process improvements.

• Support team development, training and performance.

• Assist with compliance and departmental targets.

About You

• Strong ocean freight experience within freight forwarding for a UK based freight forwarder.

• Previous supervisory or senior-level experience.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Customer-focused with strong problem-solving abilities.

• Experience coaching and developing team members.

• Good knowledge of freight forwarding operations and systems.

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy