Operations Executive

AFW Express; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AFW Express is looking for an Operations Executive to enhance our logistics operations. Candidates should have experience with the Customs Declaration Service and the ability to adapt quickly to dynamic challenges. This role involves preparing airline documentation and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment. Join a growing company dedicated to excellence in global logistics.

Benefits

Opportunity for skill development

Supportive team environment

Training and professional development

Possibility of overseas travel

Company pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• 1 year experience with Customs Declaration Service (CDS) essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of customs regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CDS for accurate customs declarations.
• Cut and process airline documentation.
• Monitor shipments and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Customs Declaration Service (CDS)

Job description

AFW Express Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom

Operations Executive

AFW Express Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom

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We are a dynamic and rapidly growing organization committed to excellence in global logistics and supply chain management, specializing in supporting the aerospace industry. We are seeking 2x proactive and attention to detail-oriented candidates to join our team.

Job Description:

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with some experience using the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) system, capable of efficiently preparing and cutting airline documents, and able to think quickly on their feet to resolve issues as they arise. The ideal candidate will be organized, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment to support our time critical operation.

This role will be based at our Staines office, working Monday - Friday, (working hours to be agreed) with rolling weekend cover (on call) one weekend evening a month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) system to prepare and submit customs declarations accurately and efficiently.
• Cut and process airline documentation, ensuring all paperwork complies with relevant regulations and company standards.
• Monitor and manage shipments from start to finish, troubleshooting any issues promptly.
• Thinking quickly and adapting to changing priorities or unexpected challenges during the process.
• Collaborate with airlines, customs officials, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

Qualifications:

• 1 year experience working with the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) system is essential.
• Previous experience preparing airline documentation is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Quick thinker with problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of customs regulations and international shipping processes is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company
• Supportive team environment
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Possibility of overseas travel as part of our OBC network, delivering packages to customers all over the world.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £ negotiated - based on experience

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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