1 Company - 3 Roles - Road Customs & Deep-Sea Air Import & Export Operators
My client is one of the largest independently owned worldwide freight forwarders in the UK. It was established almost 40 years and operates from 9 locations, including the head office in Bradford and two warehouses. Expert teams offer sea, air and road freight, UK warehousing and distribution, and special projects alongside a dedicated customs team. Offices in Birmingham, Bradford, Derby, Halifax, Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle.
They are looking to add to their ever growing ranks Deep Sea & Air Import & Export and Road Freight Operators who can come in and hit the ground running and are well versed in all aspects of customs entries & CDS is a MUST & Cargo wise is a nice to have.
Some of the things you’ll be doing every day include:
* Preparing customs entries on imports and exports ensuring a high level of accuracy and full compliance
* Processing documents such as COO, EUR1 on ICERT
* Ensuring a screening process takes place to review client documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists
* Processing refunds via HMRC
* Guaranteeing the import/export of finished products and components, ensuring the process is cost-effective and efficient
* Taking decisive action with the organisation of the flows of activity
* Ensuring customs authorisation documentation is checked and correctly completed
* Guarantee compliance with international transport regulations and customs procedures
* Co-ordinate international transport operations
* Ensure the prioritisation of local customs administration
The role requires:
* Previous experience of working with customs data and knowledge of customs legislation
* At least 2 years’ experience in a customs role
* Experience of CDS essential, Descartes and FCL preferred
* Sound understanding of Destin8/CNS
* Good trade tariff knowledge
* Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player
* Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
* Eagerness to learn and progress, and the ability to grasp new systems and processes quickly
* Excellent communication skills
* Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook
* Committed, motivated, energetic, proactive, and fun with a positive can-do attitude
* Ability to work well whilst under time constraints with a ‘right first-time’ approach
Benefits include:
* Up to £40,000 DOE
* Continuous development with opportunities for progression in a growing company
* 25 days holiday + BH
* Company pension
* Office based no remote / hybrid working
* Annual Bonus
* Company nights out & more