At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the import process for goods, ensuring compliance and documentation accuracy.
- Company: Reputable freight and logistics business at London Heathrow.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private health care, 25 days leave, and pension scheme.
- Other info: 12-month contract with potential for permanent employment and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and take ownership of exciting international logistics.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of customs procedures and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established and highly regarded freight and logistics business based at London Heathrow. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Ocean Import Coordinator to join their busy operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-paced, internationally connected environment where you will take full ownership of the import process from start to finish across a portfolio of assigned accounts.
The Role:
- Manage and oversee imported goods for assigned client accounts, from arrival to delivery
- Ensure customs compliance with all UK/EU regulations and government requirements
- Transpose customs declaration information accurately into the brokerage system
- Liaise with overseas offices, partners, agents and customs authorities
- Arrange and complete all associated import documentation
- Cost jobs and ensure maximum profitability
- Manage and meet internal and external KPIs
- Build and maintain strong relationships with HM Customs and other government agencies
- Keep up to date with all regulatory requirements governing imports
About You:
- Knowledge of customs import declaration procedures and customs regimes
- Understanding of classification, incoterms, valuation and origin rules
- Experience in air, road or ocean freight movements (desirable)
- Strong administrative and numerical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- The ability to manage deadlines and handle challenging situations calmly
- GCSE English and Maths (minimum)
What's On Offer:
- Competitive salary (disclosed on application)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private Health Care with Vitality (after 6 months)
- 25 days annual leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free parking on site
- Death in Service (4x annual salary)
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
- Eye tests & referral scheme
Location: London Heathrow
Contract: Fixed Term – 12 Months (Maternity Cover) + potential ongoing permanent employment
Hours: Full Time
If you have a background in ocean freight imports and are looking for your next challenge with a reputable, growing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch directly to find out more.
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