Import Coordinator

(Import Coordinator) - Position Overview
Our client, a leading specialist freight provider to the global publishing industry, is continuing to experience strong business growth and is now seeking an Import Coordinator to join their Basildon office. This role is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a background in imports or shipping who is looking to progress their career within a fast-paced and supportive logistics environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating import shipments, ensuring compliance, and providing outstanding service to customers and stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Data Entry - Add customer shipments and enter cargo detail / shipment information into our internal database
- Work closely with customer service team to identify any shipments with special requirements, quotations etc. and ensure any customer requests are adhered to.
- Communicate with customers as and when required, send delay notice and answer any email queries relating to shipments.
- Rating and invoicing of files
- Ensure all file data is accurate and up to date before handing over manifests to warehouse
- Assist the transport team with arranging of domestic deliveries as and when required
- Liaise with other import operators to plan container movements / unloading
- Potential for progression: the right candidate could eventually be given further responsibilities to look after key client accounts, or get involved with sales & commercial development.
(Import Coordinator) - Position Requirements
- Excellent level of computer literacy
- Good understanding of Excel is required
- Familiar with Microsoft Office & Teams
- Experience in Imports from China & Far East would be beneficial
- Self-motivated with willingness to take responsibility & good organisational skills
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
Experience:
- Shipping & freight forwarding: 2-3 years (required)
(Import Coordinator) - Position Remuneration
- Salary: -28k - -30k
- Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm)
- 20 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
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