An exciting new role is available with this established 'niche' freight forwarder, our client is looking for an experienced Export Operative to join our current export team, to assist with the smooth running of the department. Working 09:00-18:00 Monday to Friday, including a 1hr paid break per day.
The role of Export Operative will involve, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
- Ensure all export shipments are collected by the correct vehicle, the documentation is in order and they are exported to the client`s satisfaction.
- Ensure custom entries are completed correctly using the correct CPC code and the entry is scanned to the NES Folder.
- Complete quotations for new and existing clients.
- Send flight details to the client by Email or Fax and ensure the foreign agent is pre-alerted with full details.
- Ascertain the urgency of the shipment and decide the routing of the shipment accordingly.
- Liaise with foreign agents when required.
- POD the foreign agent on urgent shipments to ensure delivery has been achieved.
- Ensure the NES file is fully completed and check post flight shipment details; details to client.
- Ensure the file is up to-date and ready for charging out.
- Liaise with the accounts team regarding client credit agreements.
The knowledge, skills and experience required from our Export Operative is:
Essential
- Recent experience of working as an Export Operative/Clerk.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Good knowledge of the English language both verbal and written.
- Ability to prioritise and organise own workload to tight deadline.
- Strong communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Be a team player in the department and with members of staff from all other departments.
- Sound knowledge of IT - Word and Excel.
Desirable
- Experience of Boxtop and/or eCustoms
- Knowledge of the local area and London.
Due to the nature of the role, there are also a number of compulsory checks that must be carried out:
- A criminal record check - basic disclosure, carried out by the Disclosure & Barring Service.
- A full 5 year reference history, with any gaps in employment scrutinised and accounted for.
- A driving licence check