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Senior Import Customs Clerk

Ref: VAC-1008195
 
  • Salary: Upto £38,000 p/a
  • Location: Ipswich
  • Industry: Shipping
  • Discipline: Import Forwarding Clerk
  • Employment: Permanent

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Job Description

Senior Import Customs Clerk

Responsibilities:
Import/Export Management: Register shipments, frame and EDI Bills of Entries for various modes of transport (sea, air, road, rail).
Documentation: Process and verify the accuracy of source documents, including Certificates of Origin.
Customs Compliance: Ensure compliance with customs regulations, handle customs stops, and submit relevant documents for final release.
Coordination: Arrange inspections and releases from Port Health, Plant Inspector, State Vet, and other authorities.
Transport: Arrange deliveries – both FCL and LCL
Data Management: Enter and manage data accurately, correct errors, and maintain records.
Customer Service: Coordinate with clients, agents, vendors, and shippers to resolve issues and maintain process flows.

Requirements:
Experience: Typically 4-5 years in customs clearing and forwarding, with solid knowledge of shipping documents and procedures.
Skills: Strong mathematical and analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in relevant software (e.g., ASM Sequoia, CNS, Destin8).

Education: Certification in Customs Clearing & Forwarding; a Logistics Diploma is advantageous.
Attributes: Attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and staying updated with industry change

Salary
Upto £38,000 p/a depending on experience, discretionary annual bonus

Holiday
25 days per year plus bank holidays

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