Air Import (Breakbulk Agent)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Air Import Agent to facilitate the efficient movement of freight while delivering exceptional customer service. In this role, you will manage the entire import process, ensuring timely updates and communication with various stakeholders. The position offers a unique shift pattern of 4 days on, 4 days off, allowing for a balanced work-life experience. You will also enjoy generous benefits, including private medical insurance and a training development program. If you have a passion for logistics and a knack for organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

23 Days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Dental and Optical cover

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Personnel Development Program

EAP

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position is desirable.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow and accurate data entry.
• Liaise with airlines and vendors, monitor shipments, and ensure compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Skills (Excel, Word)

Fluency in English

Education

Experience in a similar position

Tools

Operating System

Job description

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Air Import (Breakbulk Agent), Manchester

Client: Expeditors

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: deaece69cbd2

Job Views: 2

Posted: 18.04.2025

Expiry Date: 02.06.2025

Job Description:

The purpose of this role is to ensure the proper and timely movement of freight and information, while providing an exceptional customer service within the Air Import department by completing the following tasks:

• Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operating system.
• Process pre-alerts from overseas origins.
• Monitor/track shipments in transit to arrival.
• Timely update event codes in the import system.
• Liaise with airlines and sheds for any discrepancies.
• Liaise with collection drivers and the warehouse team.
• Create records for shipments in our customs facility.
• Settlement of consoles with overseas offices.
• Contribute to maintain strong relationships with vendors (airlines, trucking companies, and others).
• Meet compliance at all times to regulations, including internal policies and procedures such as Operational Process Standards (OPS) and external government regulations or customer’s policies/requirements.
• Understand department process flow, constantly looking for areas of improved efficiency.

The successful applicant will work the following shift pattern:

4 days on, 4 days off, 6am - 6pm

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar position desirable.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
• Pro-active, strong organizational skills.
• Good computer skills (Excel, Word).
• Fluent in English.

Additional Information:

• 23 Days holiday.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Dental and Optical cover.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Training and Personnel Development Program.
• EAP.