Seafreight Import Clerk

https://www.firstchoiceuk.com/job-search/755-seafreight-import-clerk/sea-freight/surrey/job2025-10-01 15:00:052025-10-29 First Choice UK
Area Surrey, UK Surrey UK
Sector Sea freight
Salary 30000 - 32000 Pounds Sterling
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Sue Stone
Job Ref 09671
Description
We are working with an established Freight Forwarder near Heathrow, who are recruiting for an Ocean Import Clerk.



Purpose of the Job



To ensure all work is undertaken and actioned correctly in accordance with company procedures and policies. Ensuring that our customers and overseas agents receive a good level of service.



Main Tasks and Responsibilities



·Arrange collection of any overseas shipments from any country (not sanctioned countries) either directly through a designated haulier or by approved overseas agent. Ensuring all correct documentation is in place.

·Request clearance instructions for any shipment requiring an import clearance to be done by an appointed approved agent. Clearance instructions to be obtained in line with CDS requirements.

·Issue import entries correctly using CDS/sequoia. Road and ocean imports, GVMS and inventory linked.

·Ensure all shipments are cleared correctly and in a timely manner. Once cleared, arrange release or delivery of shipments ASAP.

·Ensure invoicing requirements are met, issued correctly and in a timely manner.

·Advise and assist customers regarding CDS, pva and customs procedures.

·Ensure to work compliantly with aeo and compliance procedures.

·Ensure that all relevant emails, documents and information are uploaded / added into Box top. This includes copies of all import documentation and relevant emails in case of future audits.

·SOP information to be generated and uploaded onto the shared drive and highlighted to the branch.

·Ensure in house training is up to date.



Monday to Friday either 8am-4.30pm or 9am-5pm



Please forward CVs to sue.stone@firstchoiceuk.com



·If you have not heard from us within 7 days , your application has been unsuccessful.



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