Import Operations Assistant

Are you ready to embark on a dynamic career in logistics with Seafast Logistics, a key player in the Uniserve Group? We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Import Operations Assistant.

As an Import Operations Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational customer service excellence and managing various operational tasks. Your commitment to professionalism, adaptability, and attention to detail will contribute to the seamless functioning of our logistics operations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Receive and process customer instructions promptly.
• Accurately complete customs entries in accordance with customer instructions.
• Coordinate freight bookings and ensure accurate production of export documentation.
• Maintain and update tracking sheets with precision.
• Create and organize customer files, including document photocopying and scanning.
• Manage final destination bookings, liaising with goods inwards/outwards at customer sites.
• Ensure compliance with customer service level agreements for transport selection.
• Proactively manage delivery schedules based on forecasts and promptly address any delays.
• Request and book haulage with approved hauliers.
• Receipt original documentation and complete CHED-Ps on IPAFF.
• Arrange payments to PH/Shipping Lines as required.
• Lodge original B/Ls to relevant shipping lines within specified timelines.
• Daily tracking of containers for vessel/ETA changes.
• Generate customer invoices when required.
• Adhere to all operational team processes and SOPs.

Essential Skills:-

• Full knowledge of declaration customs entry.
• Embrace flexibility and open-mindedness to adapt to changes, ability to work within a team.
• IPAFF’s knowledge.
• Engage in real-time forward planning.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office, customs processes, and port systems relevant to the role.

Benefits:-

Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:

• Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment.
• Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
• Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered.
• Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us.
• Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision.
• Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you.
• Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
• Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters.
• Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us!
• Life Assurance: We've got you covered.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport.
• Flexible Career Pathway.
• Supply Chain Academy Education Courses: Expand your knowledge, including Masters and MBA programs.

If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in the logistics industry, apply now to become a vital part of the Seafast Logistics team. Join us in shaping the future of global logistics!