Our client, a global leader in Freight Forwarding is now recruiting for a Trainee Imports Clerk based at Trafford Park
The 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 basis
MAIN 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 duties
EXPERIENCE 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 18 hours ago, valid for 2 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1JT, England
£22,000 - £26,000 per annum
Full Time
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 excellent imports service to customers, managing cargo updates, and ensuring compliance with internal and client-specific SOPs.
- Candidates should have office experience, ideally in logistics or freight forwarding, with a minimum of GCSE-level education.
- The position offers a salary of up to £26,000 per annum, depending on experience, with flexible working hours and opportunities for hybrid work after probation.
- Additional benefits include company events, pension, health programs, life insurance, and free parking.
