A compelling opportunity exists for an experienced Import Clerk to contribute to the growth and success of a renowned Freight Forwarder. ALS Recruiting Ltd is seeking a skilled professional to assume this pivotal role, capitalizing on their expertise in job costing, quote preparation, and customer liaison.
As Global Freight Forwarding Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring seamless communication with overseas partners, organizing logistics, and facilitating customs clearance. Your exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail will enable you to effectively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Key duties include:
* Job costing and preparing quotes
* Liaising with overseas partners/offices
* Creating job files on in-house systems
* Liaising with customers for clearance instructions
* Completing customs clearance
* Updating customers throughout the process
* Organizing and arranging airline/shipping line collection and delivery
* Costing and invoicing, as well as arranging payment where necessary
* Conversing with Airlines/Shipping lines/Agents and Hauliers to ensure smooth processes
* Providing first-class customer service
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, we are offering a competitive salary between £30k-£38k per annum, dependent on experience. This attractive package includes additional benefits such as gym membership, private healthcare, life insurance, death in service insurance, and a private pension scheme.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A background in Freight Forwarding is essential for this role, and applicants must be currently working within this field to be considered.