Import Healthcare Specialist

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bristol seeks an Import Healthcare Specialist. This role involves monitoring UK arrivals, ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practices, and communicating effectively with customers. Ideal candidates will have experience in freight forwarding and strong IT skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits, enhancing the work-life balance. Join a dynamic environment where performance and innovation are valued, as part of a global team operating in over 90 countries.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

WeCare App

LifeWorks app

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Recent experience in freight forwarding is required.
• Knowledge of Good Distribution Practices (GDP) is a bonus.
• Ability to ensure compliance with operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and confirm air & sea UK arrivals.
• Request clearance and delivery instructions.
• Ensure accurate cost and revenue estimates.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Good communication skills

Legislative compliance

Job description

Time Type: Full Time

At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us

DSV has an excellent opportunity to join our Bristol branch as an Import Healthcare Specialist. This is a great chance for someone with experience within freight forwarding to expand and develop their skills in a dynamic and growing organization.

Role: Import Healthcare Specialist

Location: Bristol (BS32)

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am -5pm

What will you be doing?

• Monitor and confirm air & sea UK arrivals
• Request clearance and delivery instructions
• Ensure accurate Cost and Revenue estimates are made against jobs
• Comply with Company policies and procedures
• Ensure knowledge and compliance, with “Good Distribution Practices (GDP) for Pharmaceutical Products as defined in the company quality policies
• Communicate effectively in a professional manner with customers to ensure their quotations and traffic requirements are fulfilled in line with their booking instructions
• Adherence to customer and internal SOPs
• Liaison with consignee and overseas network (imports) reporting any discrepancies or specific requirements
• Effectively communicate with the DSV warehouse, transport and gateway teams to make warehouse and delivery arrangements

About You

• Excellent IT skills
• Recent previous experience of a similar role in the freight forwarding industry
• Good communication skills with colleagues at all levels as well as external customers
• Ensure legislative compliance in all areas
• Ensure that the company operates within all agreed operational procedures, and within statutory requirements, including the provision and maintenance of a safe working environment
• Knowledge of “Good Distribution Practices (GDP)” would be a bonus

What can we offer you?

• Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
• WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
• LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
• Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.

Next Steps

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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