Import Co-Ordinator

Premier Work Support; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics solutions provider in Basildon is seeking an Import Co‑ordinator to join their team during a growth phase. This role involves managing customer shipments, data entry, and ensuring the accuracy of file details. Ideal candidates should have experience in shipping procedures, excellent computer literacy including Excel, and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional progression within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience of shipping procedures is preferred.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Good understanding and willingness to learn about imports.

Responsibilities

• Add customer shipments and enter cargo detail into the database.
• Work closely with customer service to manage shipments.
• Communicate with customers regarding shipment inquiries.
• Rate and invoice files accurately.
• Ensure file data is accurate before handing manifests to warehouse.
• Assist with arranging domestic deliveries as needed.
• Plan container movements in collaboration with import operators.
• Potential for further responsibilities with key clients.

Skills

Excellent level of computer literacy

Good understanding of Excel

Familiar with Microsoft Office & Teams

Experience in Imports from China & Far East

Self-motivated with willingness to take responsibility

Good communication skills both written and verbal

Job description

Premier Work Support are currently assisting a freight provider with the recruitment of a permanent Import Co‑ordinator.

This is an exciting opportunity as this company are in a period of growth and are looking to expand their team.

This role would suit a person with some experience of shipping procedures looking to progress and take ownership and responsibility with the aim of developing their skill set.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Entry - Add customer shipments and enter cargo detail/shipment information into our internal database
• Work closely with customer service team to identify any shipments with special requirements, quotations etc. and ensure any customer requests are adhered to.
• Communicate with customers as and when required, send delay notice and answer any email queries relating to shipments.
• Rating and invoicing of files.
• Ensure all file data is accurate and up to date before handing over manifests to warehouse.
• Assist the transport team with arranging of domestic deliveries as and when required.
• Liaise with other import operators to plan container movements/unloading.
• Potential for progression: the right candidate could eventually be given further responsibilities to look after key client accounts, or get involved with sales & commercial development.

Key Skills Required

• Excellent level of computer literacy.
• Good understanding of Excel.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office & Teams.
• Experience in Imports from China & Far East would be beneficial.
• Self‑motivated with willingness to take responsibility & good organisational skills.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

Hours are: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

If you feel that you have all of the relevant skills for this position please apply online today.