Sea Import Operator

Red Recruits; Barking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Sea Import Clerk to manage the import process efficiently. This role involves overseeing the import documentation, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, and maintaining strong communication with clients and hauliers. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in the Seafreight industry, with at least two years of experience. Join a dynamic team where your organizational skills and attention to detail will be valued, and contribute to the growth of a global Freight Forwarding company that prioritizes excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Seafreight industry.
• Experience with Sea/Ocean and understanding of Import Freight clearances.

Responsibilities

• Manage import process from start to finish using inhouse system.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations for cargo movements.

Skills

Import regulations understanding

Customs procedures knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Software proficiency for import processing

Job description

We are working with a global Freight Forwarding company who are currently seeking a Sea Import Clerk to join their team based in Essex due to expansion.

The role of the Sea Import Clerk is to manage the import process from start to finish using the inhouse system, to submit the Customs entries via CDS, book deliveries with hauliers, and ensure clients are kept informed of all delivery progress.

Key responsibilities of the Sea Import Clerk include:

• Ensuring all import jobs are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Compiling and entering import documentation and clearance into the CDS.
• Monitoring cargo movements from the point of origin to destination.
• Providing quotes for new business and securing the best costs for services.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations governing cargo movements and associated documentation.

To succeed as the Sea Import Clerk, you will need a minimum of 2 years of experience working within the Seafreight industry at a similar level.

We are especially interested in candidates who have experience with Sea/Ocean and a solid understanding of Import Freight clearances.

Required skills and experience:

• In-depth understanding of import regulations and customs procedures for ocean and road shipments.
• Proven experience in handling import documentation and coordinating with customs agents.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and systems for import processing.

Contact us today at:

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01376 503567

If this Sea Import Clerk role sounds like something you'd be interested in, or if you know someone who fits the criteria, feel free to forward this advert to them or contact us directly with their details.

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