Freight Import Coordinator

7 hours ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Pearson Whiffin - Transport, Logistics & Distribution Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Ocean Freight Import Clerk to join our Transport, Logistics & Distribution team at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to grow with a well-established operation in the logistics industry.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating all aspects of ocean import shipments from collection to delivery and invoicing. You will also maintain regular contact with customers to update them on shipment status and liaise with suppliers and agents to ensure customer requirements are met.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate all aspects of ocean import shipments, including collection, shipping, pre-alert, delivery, and invoicing.
  • Maintain regular contact with customers to update them on shipment status.
  • Liaise with suppliers and agents to ensure customer requirements are met for import shipments.
  • Ensure shipping documents are completed efficiently and thoroughly in line with regulations.
  • Accurately prepare, control, and distribute all relevant import documentation to counterparts, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Follow up on shipment status in the import area, identify incidents, and resolve them promptly.
  • Ensure all shipments are confirmed in a timely and accurate manner.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • 2 years of experience in ocean import roles.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Results-driven approach.
  • Flexibility and reliability.
  • Good time management skills.

Benefits

  • 21 days' holiday increasing by one day for every year of service.
  • Life insurance.
  • Team-based bonus scheme.
  • Pension scheme.


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