FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of an Ocean Freight Specialist?
The primary responsibility of an Ocean Freight Specialist is to plan, organize, direct, and control the initiatives of the Regional Freight Forwarding Operations, while driving key initiatives and operational excellence.
What kind of experience is required for this role?
Freight Forwarding experience is required, with solid and demonstrated working knowledge of the Freight Forwarding Industry.
What skills are necessary for successful execution in this role?
Execution driving skills are necessary to ensure strong execution of initiatives, alongside analytical skills, agile skills for prioritizing tasks, and proficiency in computer skills, especially in MS Office.
Is proficiency in languages required for this position?
Yes, proficiency in English and French is required, and additional languages are considered a bonus but not mandatory.
Will the Ocean Freight Specialist need to interact with clients?
Yes, the Ocean Freight Specialist will need to assist clients with their day-to-day requests related to export/import documentation and ensure proper execution of transportation files.
What tools and technologies should an Ocean Freight Specialist be familiar with?
An Ocean Freight Specialist should have intermediate computer skills with proficiency in MS Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
What emergency skills should an Ocean Freight Specialist possess?
An Ocean Freight Specialist should be able to act quickly upon possible emergency situations that may arise within the life of an Air/Ocean file.
How does the Ocean Freight Specialist ensure compliance with processes?
The Ocean Freight Specialist monitors and audits files weekly for compliance with estimate input, profit margin setting, and timely invoicing.
Does the position require teamwork?
Yes, the Ocean Freight Specialist will network with fellow Operations colleagues to ensure proper support is provided in the case of workflow overload.