Import Operations Coordinator

Our client, a freight forwarder is looking for a Import Operations Coordinator to joing their office in Tamworth.

Job brief:
We are looking for a competent Import Co-ordinator to facilitate the supply chain operations of imports from world wide destinations to achieve the effective distribution of goods. A great asset for an Import Co-ordinator is their communication and negotiation skills, together with a knowledge of supply management principles and practices. The ideal candidate will have great record-keeping abilities and a customer-oriented approach.

The goal is to ensure the smooth operations of a variety of channels aiming for maximum efficiency.

Responsibilities include:

• Co-ordinate and monitor supply chain operations
• Utilize logistics IT to optimize shipping and transport procedures
• Plan, book -and track import shipments
• Communicate with overseas suppliers, UK clients / agents / shipping lines.
• Handle UK arrival ops & costings.
• Releases with shipping lines checking legal documents of title prior to release of cargoes.
• Arranging UK customs clearance / deliveries.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as import ops.-
• Experience in customer service-
• Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software
• Outstanding organizational and co-ordination abilities
• Excellent communication skills
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