Air & Sea Freight Executive

Air & Sea Freight Executive

Location: Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork
Salary: Competitive + Bonus Scheme + Pension
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Annual Leave: 25 Days
Benefits: Pension, Bonus Scheme, Service Awards, Career Development Programme, Excellent Progression Opportunities

The Opportunity

Our client, a leading global logistics and supply chain provider, is seeking an experienced Air & Sea Freight Executive to join their growing Cork operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a freight forwarding professional with experience across air and sea freight who is looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and fast-paced international logistics environment. The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative and supportive team, with genuine opportunities to progress into senior operational, commercial, and management roles.

Key Responsibilities

Export Operations

• Manage export bookings and coordinate air and sea freight shipments to international destinations.
• Verify freight rates and costs before confirming bookings with shipping partners and carriers.
• Arrange transportation for air and sea freight consignments.
• Create quotations and convert bookings into live shipments using the company’s operating system.
• Issue booking confirmations and communicate ETD/ETA information to customers.
• Arrange export customs documentation and ensure compliance with Revenue and AEO requirements.
• Issue all relevant shipping documentation including MBL, HBL, AWB and HAWB.
• Track and monitor shipments, providing proactive customer updates.
• Prepare and issue destination pre-alerts and shipping documentation.
• Liaise with the billing team regarding shipment costs and invoicing.
• Resolve customer and account queries efficiently and professionally.

Import Operations

• Coordinate FCL, LCL and air freight imports arriving into Ireland.
• Manage customs clearance requirements and ensure all compliance documentation is in place.
• Calculate duties and taxes and communicate payment requirements to customers.
• Create and manage import shipments within the operating system.
• Monitor carrier free-time allowances to avoid unnecessary storage and detention charges.
• Arrange final-mile transportation and obtain proof of delivery.
• Work closely with customers, shipping partners and internal teams to ensure smooth shipment execution.
• Assist with invoicing, cost control and account query resolution.

About You

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within air freight, sea freight, freight forwarding or international logistics operations.
• Strong understanding of import and export procedures.
• Experience dealing with customs documentation and freight administration.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Service awards and employee benefits programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Exposure to a global logistics network.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent career progression opportunities