Air Import Manager - Freight Forwarding
Location: Colnbrook SL3
Job Type: Full-Time (office based 9/6pm Mon-Fri)
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced UK Air Import Manager (from Freight Forwarding) to lead our clients' import operations team in Colnbrook (4 people). The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of air import operations, including customs clearance, staff management, and inbound operational efficiency.
Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities
1. Manage and lead a team of 4, organising day-to-day activities including CDS Entries, Duty Reclaims, Underpayments, and Post Entry Amendments.
2. Staff management and advising existing customers for Customs Compliance.
3. Import Airfreight quotations.
4. Management responsibilities.
5. Air & Sea-freight Customs Clearance.
6. Creation and management of ERTS compliance records.
7. Inventory Controls.
8. Liaising with Border Force and other regulatory bodies.
9. Liaise with airlines/airport handlers to meet operational requirements and maintain up-to-date schedule information and shipment status reports.
10. Ensure all quality control procedures are updated and adhered to.
11. Conduct Audits/TIB Checks/Compliance.
12. Manage Duty & VAT Reclaims.
13. Address customer queries and questions.
14. Raise any issues or concerns with colleagues or line manager regarding imports.
15. Perform ad hoc duties (e.g., filing, dropping documents to Customs).
About You
1. Team management experience.
2. Knowledge of CDS for customs purposes is ESSENTIAL.
3. Knowledge of different types of imports is required (e.g., bonded warehouse, IPR, TIB, etc).
4. Detail-oriented.
5. Problem-solving skills.
6. Able to multitask and highly organised.
7. Motivation and determination to succeed.
8. Able to work in a busy office environment or independently.
9. Clear and confident communicator, both verbally and in writing.
10. A flexible/adaptable approach to work.
11. Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
NB: No sponsorship is provided.
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