Our client, a Global Freight Forwarder based in Basildon , are looking to recruit an experienced Ocean Freight Import Clerk to join their friendly team.
With a reputation in the industry, of being a great place to work , here at Logix we are proud to be working with them to fill this exciting opportunity .
What's on offer:
- A competitive salary, depending on experience
- Annual salary reviews
- Conveniently located with amenities nearby
- Onsite parking
- Ongoing training within the industry with progression opportunities
General duties will include:
- To maintain and achieve high standards in customer relations.
- Taking Ocean Freight Import Bookings
- Completing Import documentation
- Customs entries
- Final delivery instructions and invoicing
- Manage daily tasks / files always ensuring focus on company and customer objectives.
- Process files to include all the necessary documentation, costs & sales revenue in a timely manner.
- To maintain and share with colleagues as appropriate, personal knowledge of all relevant daily challenges.
- Use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in all activity and procedures.
Experience / Skills required :
- Conversant with all aspects of Ocean Import Freight
- Methodical / Pro-active approach to problem solving
- Good analytical and numerical skills
- Commercial awareness, with a can-do attitude.
- Systems knowledge - Cargowise / Destn8 / CNS / MCP
- Pro-active approach to problem solving
- Must be positive, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible, good team player willing to lead by example
- Excellent written and oral communication skill
Salary for this role will depend on how many years' experience you have within the Freight industry and how long you have been working within an Import Ocean Role.
Logix Recruitment specialises within the Freight & Removals industry, working with 100s of forwarders across the UK, we welcome your application for this role, and are happy to discuss how we can assist you with your job search going forward.