Import Clerk

Prime Appointments; Basildon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Import Clerk in Basildon. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary of £27,000 - £29,000 per annum. The role involves data entry, communication with customers, and support in logistics operations. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience with the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry.
• Experience within Road Freight is essential.
• Consistent tenure in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Entering jobs and manifests onto the system.
• Supplying warehouses with necessary information.
• Liaising with customers for delivery requirements.
• Collecting information from hauliers.
• Calculating prices and costs for manifests.
• Updating spreadsheets.
• Assisting in running the department smoothly.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Logistics experience

Basic Customs knowledge

Job description

Import Clerk

A client of ours in the Basildon area are recruiting an Import Clerk to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm and paying £27,000 - £29,000 per annum depending on experience.

Key Duties

• Entering jobs and manifests onto the system
• Supplying the warehouse and all other depots with information required to enable the prompt and efficient off-loading of trailers.
• Liaising with customers to gather their needs and requirements in order to ensure all deliveries are completed
• Daily collating of necessary and required information from hauliers of arrival/departure times
• Daily calculation of prices and costs for certain manifests
• Daily up‑dating of spreadsheets
• Assisting Department Manager in the smooth running of the department

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience with the Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry
• Experience within Road Freight
• Basic Customs knowledge
• Excellent communication skills
• Longevity and consistency within previous roles

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Import Clerk position, please apply with your CV and contact Abi at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #officejobs