Import Operative

Our client are a well established niche forwarding agent who specialise in shipping valuable goods have a new opportunity for an Import Operative to join their established busy team of 5. All levels of experience will be considered and the salary will be experience relevant. Working Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm with a one hour break each day.

Benefits / Additional information:
Annual Leave;

• 28 days per annum (including 8 national holidays).
• Annual leave days increase with longevity.
• Additional discretionary leave given over Christmas period.

Annual Salary Reviews & Performance Bonuses;

• Salaries reviewed annually and are increased based on performance & longevity.
• Discretionary bonuses are awarded based on performance.

Uniform;

• Full uniform & company phone provided (where required).

Opportunities;

• An opportunity to progress your career across the business.

Other benefits;

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Free access to an independent digital financial wellbeing platform & coach to help you manage and save your money.
• Cycle To Work Scheme - administered through 'Green Commute Initiative’ (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Electric Car Scheme - administered through 'The Electric Car Scheme’ (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Enhanced sickness and maternity pay (subject to qualifying criteria).

In return for all this, we require an Import Operative - the role involves, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Monitor pre-alerts from foreign agents and raise import files.
• Create records in the ERTS system ready for clearance.
• Ensure all relevant and legal documentation is in place for the Customs Clearance.
• Complete and check customs entries, checking the CPC to be used after receiving instructions from the client.
• Check the status of the client’s deferment account and organise payment to HM Customs if funds are not available.
• Ensure the client file is completed with the release information before delivery is organised.
• Support the management with deliveries in transport department taking into consideration size, value, location and urgency of delivery.
• Carry out accurate and timely billing for client accounts.
• Undertake additional duties, or assist other members of staff, as may be reasonably requested by your manager or the directors.

The knowledge, skills and experience required from our Import Operative are:
Essential

• Able to easily commute to Colnbrook, ideally with own transport.
• Some previous import logistics knowledge, further ongoing import and Customs training will be provided.
• A good knowledge of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills: the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Be a team player; by working well with members of staff across all departments.
• Hard working, reliable and enthusiastic.
• Sound knowledge of IT - Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience of using a CRM system.

Desirable

• Experience of transporting valuable goods.
• Experience of Customs Clearances
• Knowledge of E-customs Platform and/or Boxtop.
• Knowledge of the local area.