LONDON, UK – AIR IMPORT OPERATION

Ferrari Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FG Logistics LTD, a Ferrari Group company, is seeking an airfreight import operative to join our team at London Heathrow. You will arrange import clearances and deliveries of high value goods based on client instructions.

Role requires experience in import freight forwarding, coordination with airlines and clients, and strong knowledge of CDS and customs procedures to ensure timely shipments. This is a full-time, office-based position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in import freight forwarding / logistics, preferably high value goods.
• Knowledge of different imports (bonded warehouse, IPR, TIB, etc.).
• Positive, professional customer focus with a can-do attitude.
• Good organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of customs regulations and import procedures.
• Knowledge of CDS for customs purposes.
• Italian or French language is preferable.
• No criminal convictions – DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage inbound shipments according to customers’ needs.
• Prepare and submit customs documentation, including import declarations, import CITES.
• Communicate with clients and internal teams to provide updates on shipment status.
• Support other members of the import team to ensure smooth operations.
• Update shipping files.
• Liaise with airlines/airport handlers to meet operational requirements and provide status reports.
• Ensure all quality control procedures are updated and adhered to.

Skills

Import freight forwarding

High value goods handling

Customer focus

Organisation

Multitasking

Deadline-driven

Pressure handling

Tools

AS400

SAP

MS Office

CDS for customs

Job description

FG Logistics LTD, a Ferrari Group company,

AIR IMPORT OPERATION

We are looking for a dynamic airfreight import operative to join our team in London Heathrow. They will be in charge of arranging import clearances and deliveries of high value goods based on clients’ instructions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and manage inbound shipments according to customers’ needs
• Prepare and submit customs documentation, including import declarations, import CITES
• Communicate with clients and internal teams to provide updates on shipment status and resolve any issues that may arise
• Support other members of the import team as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Update shipping files
• Liaise with airlines / airport handlers in a professional manner in order to meet operational requirements and maintain up-to-date schedule information and shipment status reports
• Ensure all quality controls procedures are updated and adhered to

Requirements:

• 2 years previous experience in import freight forwarding / logistics is a must, preferably specialised in the movement of high value goods
• Knowledge of different types of imports is required (eg: bonded warehouse, IPR, TIB, etc)
• Possess a positive and professional customer focus and can-do attitude
• Good organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Works well under pressure and is able to multitask in a fast paced setting
• Knowledge of customs regulations and import procedures required
• Knowledge of AS400/SAP/MS Office is preferable
• Knowledge of CDS for customs purposes is required
• Italian / French language is preferable
• No criminal convictions – subject to full DBS check

TERMS & PACKAGE:

• Full time, permanent contract
• 100% office based
• 22 Days holiday / calendar year + Bank holidays

AT FERRARI GROUP, WE BUILD RELATIONSHIPS

Ferrari Group the one-stop service provider in international freight forwarding and logistics solutions for jewelry and luxury goods. Ferrari Group firmly believes that the key to winning the hearts of clients lies in “adding value”: the company places a very strong emphasis on high service quality, flexibility, timeliness, responsiveness and accurate solutions to customers’ needs. If you have the top skills we require and are interested in discovering why Ferrari Group really stands out from the rest, we look forward to receiving your application.

Ferrari is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by laws. Ferrari makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.