My client, a freight forwarding company based in Sunbury-on-Thames, specialising in multi-modal freight forwarding, is looking for an experienced Export Operations Clerk. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of airfreight, though the company also handles ocean and road freight. This is a Monday-Friday position, office-based, working from 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
Main Duties:
- Managing the entire export process from start to finish
- Liaising with customers and overseas office partners
- Handling air freight predominantly, as well as some road and sea freight
- Providing quotes
- Booking with airlines
- Arranging collections and deliveries
- Completing customs entries using ASM Sequoia
- Preparing AWBs using our in-house system
- Invoicing
Key Requirements:
- Has over 2 years of industry experience in air exports
- Additional road or sea freight experience would be a bonus
- Experience using Sequoia & CDS systems (desirable)
- Possesses a good telephone manner and is friendly and approachable
- Holds a valid driver's license (ideally)
Benefits:
- Salary of £28,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
- 5% pension contributions
- Annual review with potential for bonus and/or pay rise, subject to performance
- Free parking directly outside the building
- 6 months probation