Due to growth and expansion this well established freight forwarding agent based in Colnbrook have a new exciting opportunity available for a Ocean-freight Export Clerk.
The Ocean-freight Export Clerk should ideally have good operational experience including Customs, all levels will be considered and this will be reflected in the salary.
The successful candidate should be commercially aware and have good communication/customer service abilities. There will be excellent career prospects for the right person, together with ongoing cross training.
Must be able to commute easily to Colnbrook, preferably with their own transport.
Employment Terms
This is a Mon-Fri 9-5.30 role with 25 days holiday, good pension/healthcare after probation.
Basic Salary: £33-36k plus good benefits
Responsibilities/experience required
Assisting with the smooth running of the department to deliver a great customer experience and should have experience in the following areas.
- Working in a team of 8
- Cutting documents for Export consignments for Ocean-freight shipments
- Quotations and direct client contact
- Negotiating with Shipping Lines to gain competitive rates
- Arranging collections & deliveries
- Processing all aspects of Customs/documentation; EUR1’s, COO, BOL, LOC’s, etc.
- Insurance schedules and certificates