OFFICE BASED JOB IN HARROGATE, NORTH YORKSHIRE
Pays £33k per annum plus healthy commissions.
Main Responsibilities:-
* Generate sales leads
* Create Customs declarations ensuring correct codes / schemes used for both import & export.
* Create transit documents and ensure Customs compliant.
* Prepare all paperwork for export, including raising airway bills.
* Liaise with customers and suppliers to obtain relevant paperwork.
* Arrange transport for both international and domestic from start to finish, updating on status and final POD.
* Cost and provide quotes for all enquiries, offering advice on transit and Customs formalities.
* Deal with any Border Force enquiries.
* Finalise file checking charges in preparation for invoicing.
Competencies/Personal Requirements/Experience:-
* 5 years’ experience in a customs environment.
* 5 years’ experience in a sales environment.
* Experience of imports and exports.
* Good understanding of customs systems.
* Good interpersonal communication skills including the ability to work within a team and interact across the Group.
* A logical approach to problem solving is essential.
* Ability to develop and build relationships both internally and externally.
* Strong customer focussed attributes.
* The ability to understand business and customer requirements and find solutions.
* Good general IT skills and understanding and a good knowledge of MS Office.
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight timescales.
* Ability to work independently, using own initiative, remotely and outside of normal office hours.
* Be flexible when required and work within a changing environment.