Office-Based Ocean Freight Import & Customs Specialist

Talent Acquisition Bureau Ltd; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport and logistics company in Stanford-le-Hope is seeking a Customs Clearance Specialist. This full-time office-based role requires at least three years of experience in customs clearance and a comprehensive understanding of Brexit's impact on customs procedures. The successful candidate will manage communication with agents, arrange cargo shipments, and oversee the full scope of ocean import processes. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• At least three years of Customs Clearance experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of Brexit impact on customs procedures.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with UK and overseas agents effectively.
• Arrange FCL and LCL cargo from origin ports to the UK.
• Provide accurate freight quotes and charge estimates.
• Input data into the in-house system with precision.
• Advise customs on shipment updates.
• Prepare and issue invoices.
• Ensure bills of lading are correctly endorsed.
• Manage ocean import processes, including customs clearance.

Skills

Customs Clearance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Destin8

CNS

Sequoia

Job description

A leading transport and logistics company in Stanford-le-Hope is seeking a Customs Clearance Specialist. This full-time office-based role requires at least three years of experience in customs clearance and a comprehensive understanding of Brexit's impact on customs procedures. The successful candidate will manage communication with agents, arrange cargo shipments, and oversee the full scope of ocean import processes. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this pivotal role.