Import Forwarding Clerk

An exciting opportunity has arisen with our Felixstowe client - a major logistics company to join their team as an Import Forwarding Clerk.
The Import Frowarding Clerk role:
-Responsible for providing a reliable service for customs clearance
-Account management of both defined customers and supplier base, where you will manage booking import and export loads with shipping lines
-Keeping all parties updated on the progress of consignments
-Using excellent communication skills you will be comfortable seeking new business development opportunities whilst promoting services to new and existing customers
Key requirements of an Import Forwarding Clerk:
-Responsible for handling customs clearance activities
-Complete customs export and import declarations for customers
-Ensure internal controls are maintained to guarantee the highest standards are met
-Direct responsibility for arranging freight movements, customs clearances and account management of agreed customer accounts
-Provide customs advise and support to other teams and departments
Experience required for an Import Forwarding Clerk:
-Knowledge of related administration activities required to ensure compliance
-Knowledge of customs clearance and freight forwarding activities, sea freight, haulage, intermodal transport and logistic services
-Excellent IT skills