Import Operations Clerk

Premier Work Support are currently assisting a freight provider with the recruitment of a permanent Import Operations Clerk for their busy office in Basildon, Essex.This is an exciting opportunity as this company are in a period of growth and are looking to expand their team. This role would suit a person with experience of import shipping procedures who is looking to join a busy thriving organisation. Duties include:Manage import process from pre-alert to release via in the in house systemSend invoices to UK importers prior to shipments arrivingEnsure cost estimates are entered on all jobs within the correct accounting monthCheck purchase invoices are correct on receipt. Pass all correct invoices for payment and dispute anything that is not as agreed.Close files after checking everything has been charged/costed and maximum profitability is achievedObtain rate of exchange from carrier and update systemBook deliveries with hauliersMonitor any port health hold where applicableManage email communications from customers, hauliers and warehousesEnsuring any clearance instructions are passed to the clearance team in a timely mannerHours of work are: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:15pm.If you have proven experience with a shipping company within the Imports department then this could be the ideal role for you.Please apply on line if you feel that you have all of the skills for this role. ..... full job details .....