Deep Sea / Ocean Import Operator

Description:

Exciting Career Opportunity!!!
Deep Sea / Ocean Import Operator
Salary up to £40,000 DOE
Location – Stockport
My client is looking to add to their growing team in Stockport by hiring a Deep-Sea Import Operator.
If you have experience in Ocean Import managing customs documentation for sea freight, I want to hear from you!!!
Be part of a dynamic customs team, where you’ll ensure smooth clearance of consignments, collaborate with customers and suppliers, and stay compliant with international customs regulations.
Key Responsibilities
* Mainly FCL’s with some LCL and some air.
* Speaking to customers / providing quotes /booking jobs.
* Liaising with overseas agents, tracking shipments
* Customs clearance, booking deliveries with shipping lines and/or merchant hauliers, invoicing out duty / VAT.
* Basically, the entire import process from start to finish.
* At least 3+ year of experience in customs, with expertise in Ocean Imports.
* Deep sea imports are the main transport mode along with LCL too
* Airfreight would be advantageous.
* Experience with CDS, Descartes, and Destin8/CNS/Cargo wise is preferred.
* Excellent communication with the ability to prioritize tasks.
* A proactive, motivated, and positive attitude.
Benefits:
* Salary up to 40k DOE
* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays off
* Pension scheme enrolment
* Free private health care
* Typical working hours 9am – 5.30pm – 1 hour lunch. However, Rota scheme in place where you can come in early and go home early one week, so very flexible working hours
* Free Parking
* Annual pay rise reviews & bonus scheme for staff & – subject to company profits / performance of said Financial Year