Deep Sea Ocean Import Export & Road Operators

1 Company - 3 Roles - Road Customs & Deep-Sea Air Import & Export Operators

My client is one of the largest independently owned worldwide freight forwarders in the UK. It was established almost 40 years and operates from 9 locations, including the head office in Bradford and two warehouses. Expert teams offer sea, air and road freight, UK warehousing and distribution, and special projects alongside a dedicated customs team. Offices in Birmingham, Bradford, Derby, Halifax, Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle.

They are looking to add to their ever growing ranks Deep Sea & Air Import & Export and Road Freight Operators who can come in and hit the ground running and are well versed in all aspects of customs entries & CDS is a MUST & Cargo wise is a nice to have.

Some of the things you ll be doing every day include:

• Preparing customs entries on imports and exports ensuring a high level of accuracy and full compliance
• Processing documents such as COO, EUR1 on ICERT
• Ensuring a screening process takes place to review client documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists
• Processing refunds via HMRC
• Guaranteeing the import/export of finished products and components, ensuring the process is cost-effective and efficient
• Taking decisive action with the organisation of the flows of activity
• Ensuring customs authorisation documentation is checked and correctly completed
• Guarantee compliance with international transport regulations and customs procedures
• Co-ordinate international transport operations
• Ensure the prioritisation of local customs administration

The role requires:

• Previous experience of working with customs data and knowledge of customs legislation
• At least 2 years experience in a customs role
• Experience of CDS essential, Descartes and FCL preferred
• Sound understanding of Destin8/CNS
• Good trade tariff knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
• Eagerness to learn and progress, and the ability to grasp new systems and processes quickly
• Excellent communication skills
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Committed, motivated, energetic, proactive, and fun with a positive can-do attitude
• Ability to work well whilst under time constraints with a right first-time approach

Benefits include:

• Up to £40,000 DOE
• Continuous development with opportunities for progression in a growing company
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Company pension
• Office based no remote / hybrid working
• Annual Bonus
• Company nights out & more