Senior Import/Export Assistant x 2
| Posting date: | 27 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.38 to £16 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 July 2024 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | United In Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 520 |
Summary
My clients are a very well-established busy freight forwarder-based Manchester M50 postcode. They are committed to delivering a fast, reliable, and cost-effective logistics solution. We are now looking for them a Senior Assistant – Exports/Import initially for a 12 months contract
Monday – Friday 37.5 hours
Hourly rate £15.38-£16 per hour DOE
Purpose of Role:
Working within the busy Freight Management team, the purpose of the role is to manage key customer’s requirements relating to their freight shipments.
Key Tasks:
• Organising the export and import of varied cargo by any or a combination of transport modes
• Liaise with customers to obtain shipment authorisations
• Monitor and manage cargo movements from origin to final point of destination
• Ensure full compliance of appropriate legislation and regulations and all documentation relevant to the movement of cargo
• Develop and maintain close relationships with customers
• Provide regular communication to customers of shipment progress
• Manage Customs processes necessary for the export of shipments
• Resolving any customer service issues for the customer
• Obtain rates and prepare quotations on request or on receipt of a booking
• Maintain own P & L’s weekly
• Prepare documents for invoicing
• Liaising with customers to determine other opportunities for new lanes /activity
• To perform any other duties not defined in the job description as reasonably requested / expected by the Company
Personal Qualities:
• A methodical approach with excellent communication skills
• The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• An understanding of the importance of attention to detail and quality of product
• A flexible hands on approach to work and willing to complete a variety of tasks
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to work within a team and on own initiative
Knowledge and Experience:
• Previous experience of international shipping process and Freight Forwarding is essential
• Previous experience of working with Cargowise is an advantage but not essential as training can be given
• Knowledge of export and import activities
• Proficient in the use of work/excel and email
• Previous administrative experience is essential
• Excellent organisational, problem solving and decision making skills
• Previous experience of working within a fast paced environment
Please note that United In Recruitment can’t always respond to all applicants due to the high volume of CV's received every day. Should you not receive a response within 2 working days please accept this as not been successful, and we wish you all the best in your job search. Your details will not be held, and we apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest.
Monday – Friday 37.5 hours
Hourly rate £15.38-£16 per hour DOE
Purpose of Role:
Working within the busy Freight Management team, the purpose of the role is to manage key customer’s requirements relating to their freight shipments.
Key Tasks:
• Organising the export and import of varied cargo by any or a combination of transport modes
• Liaise with customers to obtain shipment authorisations
• Monitor and manage cargo movements from origin to final point of destination
• Ensure full compliance of appropriate legislation and regulations and all documentation relevant to the movement of cargo
• Develop and maintain close relationships with customers
• Provide regular communication to customers of shipment progress
• Manage Customs processes necessary for the export of shipments
• Resolving any customer service issues for the customer
• Obtain rates and prepare quotations on request or on receipt of a booking
• Maintain own P & L’s weekly
• Prepare documents for invoicing
• Liaising with customers to determine other opportunities for new lanes /activity
• To perform any other duties not defined in the job description as reasonably requested / expected by the Company
Personal Qualities:
• A methodical approach with excellent communication skills
• The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• An understanding of the importance of attention to detail and quality of product
• A flexible hands on approach to work and willing to complete a variety of tasks
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to work within a team and on own initiative
Knowledge and Experience:
• Previous experience of international shipping process and Freight Forwarding is essential
• Previous experience of working with Cargowise is an advantage but not essential as training can be given
• Knowledge of export and import activities
• Proficient in the use of work/excel and email
• Previous administrative experience is essential
• Excellent organisational, problem solving and decision making skills
• Previous experience of working within a fast paced environment
Please note that United In Recruitment can’t always respond to all applicants due to the high volume of CV's received every day. Should you not receive a response within 2 working days please accept this as not been successful, and we wish you all the best in your job search. Your details will not be held, and we apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest.