Sea Freight Logistics

Adecco; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Import Clerk to join their team in Southend-on-Sea. The role involves managing customs clearance, client communication, and shipment bookings. The ideal candidate should have a keen attention to detail and experience in freight forwarding. Salary ranges between £35,000 and £45,000, with benefits including private medical insurance after probation, office snacks, and a great team culture. This is a full-time office-based position from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Office Snacks

Company Events

Great Team Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding preferred.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Quoting clients and managing rates effectively.
• Collaborating with overseas agents to book shipments.
• Handling Customs Clearance efficiently.
• Booking deliveries and checking the arrival of vessels.
• Keeping clients updated on bookings and arrivals.
• Completing sales invoices and passing purchase invoices.
• Obtaining releases from shipping lines and coordinating with hauliers.

Skills

Customs clearance management

Effective communication

Quotation management

Documentation management

Organizational skills

Tools

Destin8

CNS

Job description

Sea Freight Logistics

Office based - Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00

Salary £35-45,000

Driving is essential.

Are you ready to take your career in freight forwarding to the next level? Our client is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and detail‑oriented Import Clerk to join their dynamic team! If you have a knack for managing customs clearance and pricing, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance: Offered after a 3-month probation period.
• Office Snacks: Enjoy refreshments and snacks in the office.
• Company Events: Join in fun company events, including races, football matches, and festive celebrations with partners!
• Great Team Culture: Be part of a supportive and enthusiastic team!

What You’ll Do

• Rates and Quotation Management: Quoting clients and managing rates effectively.
• Booking Shipments: Collaborating with overseas agents to book shipments.
• Customs Clearance: Handling Customs Clearance efficiently.
• Delivery Coordination: Booking deliveries and checking the arrival of vessels.
• Client Communication: Keeping clients updated on bookings and arrivals.
• Documentation Management: Completing sales invoices and passing purchase invoices.
• Release Management: Obtaining releases from shipping lines and coordinating with hauliers.
• Systems Use: Familiarity with Destin8 and CNS is a plus!

How to Apply

If you’re ready to embark on this exciting opportunity and make a meaningful impact in the freight forwarding industry, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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