Import Coordinator

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the supply chain sector seeks an Import Coordinator based in South East England. The successful candidate will oversee product imports, ensuring compliance and efficient communication with suppliers. This position requires teamwork and detail orientation for managing global shipments effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous knowledge of customs clearance and importing food products preferred.
• Passionate and dynamic individual with strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle complexities of supply chain and importing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the import of products from global suppliers to the UK.
• Build relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth shipping processes.
• Check shipping documentation for compliance and timely filing.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Job description

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Import Coordinator, south east england, united kingdom

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Client:

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location:

south east england, united kingdom, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Role

In this varied role you will be a part of the Operations Team with a focus on Supply Chain, reporting to the Import Team Leader. You will be responsible for managing the import of products from suppliers across the globe into the UK.

Your main duties will include:

·Building strong relationships with global suppliers to ensure a smooth process of shipment and documentation

·Tracking the shipment of products closely from point to point and promptly handling any problems that may arise

·Checking all shipping documentation is compliant and filed in an accurate and timely manner

·Maintaining compliance with company policies and government regulations when preparing and submitting CHED P’s IUU

Notifications and certificates of inspection·Dispatching necessary documentation to port authorities and shipping lines

·Keeping up to date on commodity codes, preferential duty rates, import VAT, rules of origin and import custom procedures

·Maintaining relevant tracker and spreadsheets

·Arranging the transportation of containers from ports to ensure there are no stock shortages or cost implications

·Working closely with freight forwarders, third party warehouses and port authorities as well as internal stakeholders to provide the best service to customers

·Support other team members to support with sales ordering and stock management when needed.

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic individual looking to grow and evolve within the world of supply chain. It is essential you are a team player, with strong communication skills to liaise with people in and out of the business. Previous knowledge of customs clearance and importing food products would be great.

Taking a pro-active and engaged approach is a must in order to thrive. An excellent eye for detail is necessary to handle the complexities of supply chain and importing where you will be managing global shipment consignments.

This is a site based role so candidates must be able to commute to Surrey or plan to relocate to the local area. The role is commutable from Sussex and South London.

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply now or call us on 0345 2600 737.

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Due to the large number of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to thoroughly review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application within 5 working days, however if you have not heard from us within this timeframe, we are sorry to say your application for the role has not been successful. To support you in showcasing your best self, we make sure that any necessary accommodations, whether physical or non-physical, are provided to assist you throughout the job application and interview process.

Also, please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.