Senior Freight Imports Coordinator - Contract

Our client is a leading Freight and Logistics supply chain company based in Salford. Working within the busy Freight Forwarding team, the purpose of the role is to manage key customers requirements relating to their freight shipments.

We now have an urgent requirement for a Temporary Senior Import Assistant. This role is offered on an initial 6 Month contract which also has the potential to be extended or even made permanent
Working within the busy Freight Management team, the purpose of the role is to manage key customers requirements relating to their imports shipping needs

Key Tasks:
Organising the Import of varied cargo by any or a combination of transport modes
Liaise with customers to obtain shipment authorisations
Monitor and manage cargo movements from origin to final point of destination
Ensure full compliance of appropriate legislation and regulations and all documentation relevant to the movement of Import cargo
Develop and maintain close relationships with customers
Provide regular communication to customers of shipment progress
Manage Customs processes necessary for the import of shipments
Resolving any customer service issues for the customer
Obtain rates and prepare quotations on request or on receipt of a booking
Prepare documents for invoicing
Liaising with customers to determine other opportunities for new lanes /activity

Experience required:

Previous freight forwarding gained in imports and experience of international shipping processes is essential
Previous experience of working with Cargowise is an advantage but not essential as training can be given
Knowledge of import activities
Proficient in the use of work/excel and email
Previous administrative experience is essential
Excellent organisational, problem solving and decision making skills
Previous experience of working within a fast paced environment

Package and Benefits

Salary circa £30,000
25 days holiday plus the bank holidays, additional merit day at 5,10 & 15 years (capped at 28)
Life assurance x 2
Auto enrol pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Free Parking
Hybrid working 2 days a week from home