Import Logistics Coordinator

Driver Hire Borders; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm in the aerospace sector as an Import Logistics Coordinator. You will manage import processes crucial for life-saving operations, ensuring customs compliance and coordinating with stakeholders. This role offers competitive salary and extensive benefits, supporting your growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension scheme

4x salary life assurance

Personalised training and development plan

Healthcare plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to purchase additional leave

On-site Occupational Health team

Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in import logistics within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Returned Goods Relief and IPR.
• High attention to detail and accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clearance instructions and manage import processes.
• Oversee Customs Compliance and maintain accurate shipment records.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders for smooth logistics.

Skills

Import logistics experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

SAP or similar ERP experience

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Join a leading engineering firm within the aerospace sector, committed to saving lives worldwide. This organisation provides pilots with cutting-edge safety solutions, including ejection and crashworthy seats. With equipment supporting over 70 aircraft types and over 16,800 seats in service globally, the company has saved more than 7,730 lives to date.

What You'll Be Doing
As an Import Logistics Coordinator within the International Logistics Department, you'll be a key player in supporting life-saving operations. Handling 70-100 imports per month, you will help manage and optimise newly implemented import processes in an evolving and dynamic environment.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating clearance instructions for items sourced for internal use, items returned for repair, and test equipment.

• Managing the Return Material Authorisation (RMA) process from customer contact through to receipt of goods.

• Collaborating with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and HMRC to ensure seamless logistics.

• Overseeing Customs Compliance processes, including Inward Processing Relief (IPR), Returned Goods Relief, and Home Use procedures.

• Maintaining accurate and auditable import shipment records.

• Verifying shipping documents and MSS reports for customs compliance.

• Communicating effectively with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in import logistics within a manufacturing environment, with familiarity in Returned Goods Relief, IPR (for Repairs), and Home Use.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

• SAP or similar ERP system experience (training available if required).

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused approach.

• Committed to delivering the highest standards in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £35,000 - £40,000

• 9% non-contributory pension scheme

• 4x salary life assurance

• Personalised training and development plan

• Healthcare plan

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Option to purchase additional leave

• On-site Occupational Health team

• Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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