Customs Administrator

This organisation is looking for an experienced customs administrator, with experience of importing and exporting, to join their team. Based in Belfast harbour, they offer additional benefits and perks to increase their employees’ experience. This role is Monday-Friday, 9am – 5:10pm, based in the office.

Your new role
In this role you be responsible for the following:

• Liaise with customers to identify specific requirements
• Seek ways to extend services and develop business and new accounts
• Communicate with both internal and external parties to meet customer demands and requirements
• Maintain a high level of paperwork and ad hoc administration duties
• Update computer systems with relevant information in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and prepare reports as required.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company policies.
• Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to shipments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements.
• Raise invoices to customers and authorise invoices from suppliers within agreed authorisation limits.
• Resolve queries or disputes in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ensure credit limits for all customers are observed and assist with collection of payments if required.

What you’ll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
• Experience of customs regulations on imports/exports
• I.T. based experience
• Well-established working relationships with shipping lines
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• The ability to meet strict deadlines and the ability to work whilst ensuring high standards of customer service are maintained.

What you’ll get in return

• Annual salary of 26k – 28k
• Quarterly bonus (dependent upon company performance)
• Additional employer pension contributions
• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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