Air Export Clerk

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Air Export Clerk to join their dynamic Export department. In this role, you will manage the efficient movement of general shipments by air, ensuring compliance with all necessary documentation and customs regulations. You will be the key point of contact for customers, providing updates and addressing inquiries to ensure high satisfaction levels. This role offers a collaborative environment where you will work closely with various departments to optimize export activities. With a focus on pharmaceutical and general freight movements, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the logistics sector.

Benefits

21 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Team Bonus Scheme

Life Insurance

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in export operations, especially in general freight.
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance and export documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process documentation for air exports, including customs clearance.
• Coordinate with airlines and shippers for timely transportation.

Skills

Export Operations

Customer Service

Documentation Preparation

Coordination with Airlines

Tools

Boxtop

ASM Sequoia

Job description

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Right Now Group are currently looking for an experienced Air Export Clerk to join our Client based in Heathrow.

You will be joining the Export department team for a Global Freight Forwarder focussed on pharmaceutical and general freight movements.

As an Air Export Clerk you will be responsible for coordinating and executing the efficient movement of general shipments by Air. Your expertise will be in managing general cargo and ensuring these are exported in an efficient manner.

Responsibilities of an Air Export Clerk:

• Prepare and process all necessary documentation for exporting goods via air, including customs clearance documents, export declarations, bills of lading and AWB's/HAWB's.
• Coordinate with airlines, shippers, overseas agents and other transportation providers to book cargo for space on flights, ensuring timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.
• Provide detailed and profitable quotations.
• Serve as the main point of contact for customers, providing them with shipment status updates, addressing inquiries and concerns, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the export process.
• Collaborate with other departments within the company, such as operations, warehousing and finance to ensure smooth coordination of export activities and timely processing of shipments.
• Client invoicing.

The successful Air Export Clerk:

• Strong knowledge of, and at least 2 years of experience in 360 export operations relating to general freight movements. (Pharmaceutical a massive plus)
• Experience of Boxtop or ASM Sequoia.
• CO AvSec trained (desirable).
• Ability to be part of an on-call rota (1 week in 8), 24/7.
• Well organised.

More Details:

21 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (Increasing by 1 day per year of service by a maximum of 4 days) Team Bonus Scheme Life Insurance Pension scheme

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