Deep Sea Ocean Import Export & Road Operators

1 Company – 3 Roles – Road Customs & Deep-Sea Import & Export Operators My client is one of the largest independently owned worldwide freight forwarders in the UK. It was established almost 40 years and operates from 9 locations, including the head office in Bradford and two warehouses. Expert teams offer sea, air and road freight, UK warehousing and distribution, and special projects alongside a dedicated customs team. Offices in Birmingham, Bradford, Derby, Halifax, Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle. They are looking to add to their ever growing ranks Deep Sea Import & Export and Road Freight Operators who can come in and hit the ground running and are well versed in all aspects of customs entries & CDS is a MUST & Cargo wise is a nice to have. Some of the things you’ll be doing every day include: * Preparing customs entries on imports and exports ensuring a high level of accuracy and full compliance * Processing documents such as COO, EUR1 on ICERT * Ensuring a screening process takes place to review client documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists * Processing refunds via HMRC * Guaranteeing the import/export of finished products and components, ensuring the process is cost-effective and efficient * Taking decisive action with the organisation of the flows of activity * Ensuring customs authorisation documentation is checked and correctly completed * Guarantee compliance with international transport regulations and customs procedures * Co-ordinate international transport operations * Ensure the prioritisation of local customs administration The role requires: * Previous experience of working with customs data and knowledge of customs legislation * At least 2 years’ experience in a customs role * Experience of CDS essential, Descartes and FCL preferred * Sound understanding of Destin8/CNS * Good trade tariff knowledge * Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player * Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines * Eagerness to learn and progress, and the ability to grasp new systems and processes quickly * Excellent communication skills * Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook * Committed, motivated, energetic, proactive, and fun with a positive can-do attitude * Ability to work well whilst under time constraints with a ‘right first-time’ approach Benefits include: * Up to £37,000 DOE * Continuous development with opportunities for progression in a growing company * 25 days holiday + BH * Company pension * Office based no remote / hybrid working * Annual Bonus * Company nights out & more