To manage and oversee imported goods for assigned accounts. Being responsible for arranging the movement of goods from destination to the customer door. Accountable for correctly costing/ charging of consignment, flow of paperwork to ensure customs clearances are obtained quickly and within the required time frame to avoid any unnecessary storage charges and delivery of goods are made in good time. To be responsible for managing the full import process whether
this is for a shipment or specified accounts from start to finish. To liaise with overseas offices, partners and agents to assist in the smooth running of operations’ for the department.
· To ensure compliance with the customs regulations of the UK, through internal notifications and customs web site
· To transpose customs declaration information from documents, and or other data sources into the customs brokerage system accurately
· To manage and meet required internal and external KPIs specific to the customer base
· To build and maintain strong relationships with the customer base
· To be responsible for arranging and completing all associated paperwork, which documents the nature of the goods being imported from abroad and that they are legal and legitimate
· Ensuring all is in order in relation to import quotas, customs tariffs, trade agreements and HM Revenue and customs regulations
· To keep up to date on all regulatory requirements governing imports.
· Being commercially aware of job costings and profitability, ensuring maximum profitability for the organisation
· Ability to manage deadlines and sometimes difficult situations.
· Accountable for printing and active allocation of all prealerts to ensure files are not missed and handed out promptly to the individuals within the department, on a daily basis