Import Clerk

Red Recruit; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in worldwide shipping solutions is seeking an Import Coordinator to manage the import process in Dartford. The role involves coordinating shipments, liaising with international suppliers, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. Ideal candidates will possess 1-2 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of import procedures. Hybrid or part-time options available.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of import seafreight experience.
• Experience as an Import Clerk or Import Coordinator within shipping.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end import process.
• Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders for transportation arrangements.
• Ensure clients are informed about statuses and ETAs.

Skills

Knowledge of import regulations

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Import-related software

Job description

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Our client, providers of worldwide Shipping solutions, are currently looking for an Import Coordinator to join their team in Dartford, Kent.

As the Import Coordinator, you will be managing the import process from start to finish, ensuring the timely and efficient transportation of goods from suppliers to clients.

Main duties of the Import Coordinator:

1. Coordinate and oversee the end-to-end import process, from receiving import orders to final delivery, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
2. Liaise with international suppliers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, and other stakeholders to arrange timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.
3. Ensure clients are kept up to date with statuses and ETAs.
4. Provide excellent customer service to clients, agents, and vendors to achieve customer satisfaction.
5. Ensure all files are correctly entered into the company system.

The successful Import Coordinator will have 1-2 years of import seafreight experience.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have previous experience working as an Import Clerk, Import Coordinator, or similar role within the shipping industry.

Knowledge and experience required for the Import Coordinator:

• Strong knowledge of import regulations, customs procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of international shipping terms, Incoterms, and trade compliance regulations.
• Ability to use import-related software, databases, and computer systems.

Hybrid or part-time working options are available.

Contact us today.

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