Import / Export Specialist
£17.00 per hour (PAYE)
Bishop Cleeve (On Site)
6 Month Contract
Summary
Reporting to the Logistics Compliance Leader, the Import / Export Specialist is responsible for overseeing the import of materials for production onto site and export of our products out to customers.
Essential Responsibilities
* Handle all types of import / export tasks, including import / export clearance instructions, customs entries, navigating HMRC Trade Tariff
* Raising of monthly HMRC reports & internal reports
* Prepare / maintain reporting of current status / progress of all import / export activity to operational teams
* Work closely with operations teams to develop processes to assure compliance with all country requirements & local regulations
* Prepare and verify shipping documentation and arrange and monitor transportation
* Expedite shipments inbound / outbound
* Awareness of operational metrics to assure compliance with all import / export procedures
* Attend and support team daily operating rhythms with departmental concerns and present performance when required.
* Responsible for any other administrative duties and customer service as required
Qualifications / Requirements
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent
* Demonstrable experience in an import/export or logistics role would be highly advantageous however if you have administrative experience within a manufacturing environment, we would be very interested in hearing from you
* Confident and capable of working to deadlines
* Ability to undertake basic calculations (ie. VAT and duty)
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Organised with a keen eye for detail
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Interested in process simplification