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Ocean Freight Import Clerk

Employer
Undisclosed Company
Location
Hampshire, Southampton
Salary
£19000 - £25000 per annum + Benefits
Closing date
1 Jul 2019

Ocean Freight Import Clerk

Eastleigh - Southampton

£19,000 - £25,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and build relationships to ensure a high level of customer service is provided to clients.
  • Freight is moved to customer specifications, on time with all the necessary customs and legal documentation and a record is kept of all daily events and interactive reports.
  • Arrange haulage with shipping line/hauliers.
  • All freight is invoiced and checked prior to dispatch.
  • Ensure pre-alert documents are on hand as required.
  • Requests and queries are resolved and actioned quickly and efficiently.
  • Communication with overseas agents, customers and suppliers is clear precise and effective to ensure that the freight is moved as per customer requirements.
  • Use customer ERP and SAP systems as and when required.
  • Accurate & timely reporting/escalation to department manager.

Person Specification:

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in freight forwarding.
  • Import experience involving shipments to global destinations and working with clear operating procedures.
  • Familiarity with the use of all forms of haulage, sea, road, rail and air for ADR and IMDG shipments.
  • Experience of managing client/customer relations with strong verbal and written communication.
  • International experience and exposure plus the ability to work with a global network of agents, suppliers, shipping lines, hauliers, and rail and air lines in other countries.
  • Experience of working in a high-pressure environment whilst retaining the capacity to remain calm under pressure and resolve problems and challenges efficiently.
  • The ability to prioritise many tasks to ensure accuracy and deliver results with great attention to detail and a high sense of urgency.

For more information apply today!!

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