Overview
Long-standing family run retail business in the fashion retail industry is looking for an Import/Export Controller to join their team in a standalone role. This is a permanent position, full-time or part-time based in their Office.
Responsibilities
* Dealing with overseas suppliers and freight agents.
* PO checks from the merchandisers to ensure freight moves in a timely manner.
* Dealing with bookings, tracking shipments, negotiating rates where applicable and services provided.
* Checking all styles are shipped as per contracted shipping dates and that goods are approved by the QC team; follow up any discrepancies.
* Regularly contacting suppliers for updates on arrivals of goods being sent by sea, road, air.
* Chasing suppliers in the Far East and Europe for updates on late shipments and any other ad-hoc duties directed by Shipping Manager.
Experience / Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of GSP Certificates, Letters of Credit and Bills of Lading, etc.
* Proactive to meet demands and delivery dates.
* IT literate – Import software.
* Ability to work on Excel.
* Well organized with great attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Team player, able to work under pressure and use own initiative.
Details
Imports and Exports Controller | Manchester M8 | £28,000 - £32,000
Please note: due to the number of applications we receive we are only able to contact those candidates that are successfully shortlisted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of your application, you have been unsuccessful.
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