Import Coordinator
WR Logistics
Date: 1 week ago
City: Aberdeen
Salary:
£35,000
-
£40,000
per year
Contract type: Contractor
Import Freight Coordinator - Aberdeen
Our client who are a global Freight Forwarder are looking for an Import Freight Coordinator to join their growing team in Aberdeen. The Import Freight Coordinator will be tasked to do the start-to-finish processes for all things Import.
Preferably they are looking for an individual with minimum 2 years' experience within freight forwarding but will consider someone with a transport background that would be willing to learn Imports.
Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:30pm
Package:
33 days hols per annum inclusive of bank holidays
Life Assurance 2 x annual basic salary
Pension - auto enrolled at 3 months, 5% employee, 3% employer contribution
Simply Health cash back scheme following successful completion of Probationary Period - 6 months.Responsibilities:
Planning the most appropriate route for shipments, taking into account the nature of the goods, cost, transit time, and security
Process all import requests from client or line manager
Ensure ongoing communication with the client throughout each import requirement
Monitor "door-to-door" Imports until successful delivery is made within the timeline required
Produce quotes when required, ensuring the best solution/options are provided to the client
Provide support to colleagues in team to ensure timely close out of all jobs
Process customs declarations through ASM Sequoia software in accordance with instructions and HMRC compliance.
Maintain a thorough understanding of HM Revenue & Customs regulations
Adhere to destination specific documentation requirementsRequirements:
Minimum 3 years UK experience of international imports and freight forwarding
Excellent customer service skills
Fully conversant with all HMRC regimes and entry types
Comprehensive understanding of ASM Sequoia and CHIEF
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Our client who are a global Freight Forwarder are looking for an Import Freight Coordinator to join their growing team in Aberdeen. The Import Freight Coordinator will be tasked to do the start-to-finish processes for all things Import.
Preferably they are looking for an individual with minimum 2 years' experience within freight forwarding but will consider someone with a transport background that would be willing to learn Imports.
Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:30pm
Package:
33 days hols per annum inclusive of bank holidays
Life Assurance 2 x annual basic salary
Pension - auto enrolled at 3 months, 5% employee, 3% employer contribution
Simply Health cash back scheme following successful completion of Probationary Period - 6 months.Responsibilities:
Planning the most appropriate route for shipments, taking into account the nature of the goods, cost, transit time, and security
Process all import requests from client or line manager
Ensure ongoing communication with the client throughout each import requirement
Monitor "door-to-door" Imports until successful delivery is made within the timeline required
Produce quotes when required, ensuring the best solution/options are provided to the client
Provide support to colleagues in team to ensure timely close out of all jobs
Process customs declarations through ASM Sequoia software in accordance with instructions and HMRC compliance.
Maintain a thorough understanding of HM Revenue & Customs regulations
Adhere to destination specific documentation requirementsRequirements:
Minimum 3 years UK experience of international imports and freight forwarding
Excellent customer service skills
Fully conversant with all HMRC regimes and entry types
Comprehensive understanding of ASM Sequoia and CHIEF
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
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