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Senior Import Operator

Senior Import Operator

Taylor Whitmore Limited

Posted 11 days ago, valid for 14 days

Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9EP

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Taylor Whitmore is seeking an experienced Senior Import Operator for a well-established freight forwarder in Felixstowe.
The role involves managing job references within a forwarding system, arranging customs clearance, and coordinating deliveries based on customer requirements.
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in freight forwarding and customs clearance.
The position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 to £40,000 per year, depending on experience.
The company fosters a friendly and supportive working environment with minimal staff turnover.

Welcome to Taylor Whitmore.

We have the pleasure of working with a small to medium sized freight forwarder who is based in Felixstowe looking for an experienced Senior Import Operator.

Firstly, our client is extremely well established as a worldwide Freight Forwarder and Customs Clearance agent covering sea, air, rail and road. Their staff turnover is minimal and they operate a traditional, friendly and supportive working environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reference jobs within forwarding system (ie. Multifreight)
Ensure that jobs are kept up to date with latest vessel and arrival information
Check that original Bill of Lading or telex release is present
Arrange Customs clearance in line with customer requirements
Arrange FCL & LCL deliveries as per customer requirements and booking direct with customer warehouse
•Selecting haulier based on price/service and booking haulage with chosen haulier
Advise charges to consignee prior to delivery date, selected customers only
Obtain releases for LCL/FCL shipments as required
Check off quay dates/times each day
Use Port Community Systems (Destin8 / CNS)
Any other task which is reasonable within an office environment

For an informal chat and further information, please call our Ipswich office or alternatively send in your CV ASAP. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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