Air Import Clerk
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organised Air Import Clerk to join their growing operations team.
Location is Heathrow, Salary £32-35, Mon to Fri 0900-17.30, This could also be Part time - Flexible working hours
Duties Include:
- Managing airfreight import shipments from origin through to final delivery.
- Monitoring shipment arrivals and liaising with airlines, handling agents, overseas agents and customers.
- Arranging customs clearance for import shipments.
- Completing and submitting customs declarations using ASM Sequoia .
- Ensuring all import documentation is checked and processed accurately.
- Using the Cargo Forwarder freight forwarding system to manage and maintain shipment files.
- Liaising with customers regarding shipment status, customs requirements and delivery arrangements.
- Arranging collections and final deliveries with transport providers.
- Checking supplier invoices and raising customer invoices where required.
- Ensuring all files are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
- Maintaining excellent communication with customers, overseas agents and internal departments.
- Resolving operational issues and providing proactive solutions.
- Ensuring compliance with UK customs regulations and company procedures
Key Skills:
- ASM Sequoia for completing customs declarations.
- Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.
- Previous experience working within air freight imports.
- Experience completing UK customs declarations.
- Good understanding of airfreight import procedures and documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving.
Training may be provided where required