Position Overview & Specifications

We are working with an established freight forwarder near Heathrow, who are looking to recruit a lates Air Import Operator.

Working hours 4 on 4 off 7am - 7pm
This role is based in Feltham.

The role includes:

Experienced Air Import Clerk required for a busy office,
To arrange the importations of cargo by air
Develop working relationships with customers
Liaise with all relevant internal departments with regards to shipments
Liaise with Airlines for BI and Shed transfers
Arrange airline collections for transfer to ETSF
Liaise with HMRC, Port & Plant health and other government bodies.
Organise import clearances, PEACH entries and correct documentation relating to the movement of cargo.
Provide a high level of customer service
Key point of contact for Air Import Perishable customers
Liaise with overseas office, partners and agents
Strong administration and communication skills.
Providing Import quotations for potential and current customer base.
Issue invoices to customers
Loading costs onto job record
Self-managing and pro-active
Ability to work in a team environment
Reviews and addresses accounting discrepancies
Dealing with any queries or problems with regards to customers and shipments
Dealing with rates, accounts, Invoices and claims
Complete reports .

Essential requirements

Previous Air Imports experience within perishables Air Import environment
Experience of custom entries CCSUK/ Cargowise
Excellent knowledge of all requirements for perishable imports, PEACH, DEFRQ, PORT HEALTH
Willing to cover other shifts when required
Experience of ETSF processes.

Salary GBP30K to GBP37K depending on experience
This position is based in Feltham