Import/Export Air, Sea Operations Co-ordinator
| Area | Surrey, Surrey |
| Sector | Freight Forwarding |
| Salary | 28000 - 35000 Pounds Sterling |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Sue Stone |
| Job Ref | 09759 |
- Description
- Import / Export Operations Co-ordinator working within this fantastic company close to Heathrow
We are recruiting for a dynamic, service driven individual to join our team of freight agents handling all aspects of import and export operations. Working with and assisting the project managers on large projects as and when required. The role is mainly Air, and Sea is advantage, along with Imports and Exports, however, is you have one they will train on the other.
will involve providing a high level of customer service to several major clients as well as dealing with all aspects of Freight operations from start to finish including, but not limited to:
·Investigating and planning the most appropriate route for a shipment, taking account of the clients requirements including deadline for delivery, nature of the goods, cost, transit time and security.
·Negotiating rates with carriers and managing transportation and handling costs.
·Obtaining, checking and preparing AWBs and Bills of Lading along with all other necessary documentation and packing specifications.
·Monitoring shipments at all times via online tools and carrier contacts and ensuring relevant and prompt updates are provided to the project managers.
·Arranging all aspects of transport for urgent freight collections and deliveries, managing thoroughly any risk door to door.
·Acting as broker in customs negotiations worldwide to guide the freight efficiently through complex procedures. Have confidence in moving freight globally and understand foreign customs procedures.
·Arranging courier and specialist hand-carry services where required by the client or project manager.
·Maintain concise communication with clients and the project manager through all phases of the project and set clear expectations if necessary.
·Managing customs import and export processes, including declarations and Carnet completion
·Providing quotations to clients and the project manager in a timely manner
·Liaising with customers, suppliers and colleagues via e-mail and phone and managing communications in a timely and efficient manner.
Candidate ideally Import, Export, Air, Sea, any Road advantage,
The company offer excellent training and support, looking for candidates who are looking for progression within a company.
Please send your CV to sue.stone@firstchoiceuk.com
Salary on offer - up to cGBP35k
* We are only able to accept applications from candidates with previous experience for this role.
If you do not hear from us your application has been unsuccessful.
