Our client, who is part of a Multi-National organisation and offers Freight Forwarding & Logistics solutions, with a focus on international shipping and intermodal services, is looking to recruit an Air Freight Import / Export Operator to be based at offices at their newly established London Heathrow office.
On Offer:
* An exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded freight forwarding and logistics specialist at new offices in the London Heathrow area
* Opportunities for upskilling and progression available
* Competitive Salary, based on skills and experience
* Flexibility 2 days working from home, 3 days in the office
* Hours 9am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, with overtime available
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Contractual bonus scheme
Main Purpose of the Role:
Reporting to the Air Freight Manager, manage and support the air freight forwarding operations to ensure that the company’s objectives are met in a consistent and pro-active manner. To work towards enhancing the profitability of the section by working closely with both internal and external partners/suppliers and maintain a high level of customer contact.
Duties And Responsibilities of the Air Freight Import / Export Operator:
* Handling air import and export freight forwarding operations
* Maintain and develop relationships with customers
* To meet deadlines/requirements as per client requests
* Monitor supplier performance
* Good file management and attention to detail
* Prepare quotations in accordance with client’s request
* Booking vehicles with subcontractors in accordance with requirements
* Complete required consignment documentation
* Complete export/import customs documents where required
* Ensure the correct documentation is produced depending on the country of destination and the status of the goods
* Charging of own files
* Managing distribution and depot/depot costs
To Be Considered:
* Proven experience with air import and export freight forwarding operations
* Excellent communication verbal, written and interpersonal skills
* Commercial awareness right service provider for task/job
* Positive, can do attitude
* Preferred experience with Microsoft Office packages e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Strong literacy and numeracy skills
* Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise
* Attention to detail and self-motivated
* Strong team ethic and share knowledge
* Completed IATA courses
For more details, contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry.
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