Our client, a global leader in Freight Forwarding is now recruiting for a Trainee Imports Clerk based at Trafford ParkThe purpose of the role is to ensure customers receive the very best imports service at all times in connection with cargo en-route and to update customers on any changes to arrival schedules. This may also include advice of charges.Joining the Import team, the department holds responsibility for the day-to-day processing of Imports documents, costing and billing activities for accounts. The role involves compliance to both Internal & client specific SOP's designed to ensure that agreed service standards and financial compliance are maintained to the highest level on a consistent basisMAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE:* Using internal Freight Management Systems, Microsoft Packages (Word/Excel/Outlook) & Telephone * Accurately maintain shipment data/status into Internal Freight Management Systems * Handling of documents, and upload to appropriate system* Maintain documentation of internal processes & SOP's* Internal & External communication to notify of any changes to key data/status* Review of Exception reports to ensure common data issues/errors are identified & resolved* Monitor & maintain filing system* Assist Import department with administration dutiesEXPERIENCE REQUIRED* Office experience* Ideally worked in logistics/freight forwarding experience (not essential) * Imports freight/logistics exposure/experience* Computer Literate * Good telephone and administration skills.* Education to GCSE level standard or above. Computer literate & Excel competent. On the job/in house training will be provided PACKAGE AND BENEFITS * Salary - up to £26,000 per annum dependant on experience. * Hours Monday to Friday - Flexible working patterns of 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm.* Opportunity to do hybrid working once up to speed with the role and have successfully passed probation period. * Company events * Company pension * Cycle to work scheme * Free parking * Health & wellbeing programme * Life insurance * On-site parking
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Freight Personnel
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 3 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England
£26,000 per annum
Full Time
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, a global leader in Freight Forwarding, is seeking a Trainee Imports Clerk for their Trafford Park location.
- The role focuses on providing exceptional import services to customers, including updating them on cargo arrival schedules and associated charges.
- Candidates should have office experience, with logistics or freight forwarding exposure preferred but not essential, and a minimum of GCSE-level education.
- The position offers a salary of up to £26,000 per annum, with flexible working hours and the potential for hybrid work after successful completion of the probation period.
- Additional benefits include company events, pension schemes, and a health and wellbeing program.
