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Central Freight Operations Agent

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Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Ashford, Surrey TW15 2BT

Salary

£40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Central Freight Operations Agent for an established niche Freight Forwarder.
  • The role involves coordinating the movement of goods across all transport modes, including air, sea, and road imports and exports.
  • Candidates should have experience in customs procedures and documentation management, with knowledge of the ASM Customs system preferred.
  • The position requires a good understanding of MS Outlook, Excel, and Word, along with the ability to provide high levels of customer service.
  • Salary is dependent on experience, and the role requires a car driver for runs to the airport, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm.

We are working with an established niche Freight Forwarder who are looking to recruit a Central Freight Operations Agent. (Dealing with all modes of transport, Air, Sea, Road Imports & Exports.)

The role is responsible for coordinating the movement of goods and materials, ensuring they are transported efficiently and safely from one location to another. Along with playing a crucial role in maintaining supply chain efficiency and meeting customer demands by ensuring that goods are delivered on time and in good condition. Managing documentation, such as bills of lading and customs paperwork.



Main Duties.

Dealing with all modes of transport Air Import/export, Ocean Import/Export, Road Import/Export.

Customs predominantly clear carnets but also permanent /temporary Import/Exports. Knowledge of ASM Customs system would be preferable.

Good Knowledge of CDS.

Be able to cut export AWBs.

Provide quotes to customers.

Provide high customer service levels, chase for post flights and PODs.

Responsible for imputing cost accruals and invoicing jobs to clients.

Good knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel and Word programs.

Some involvement in physical work.



Due to runs to the Airport etc, Car Driver required.

Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm - once trained 1-6 weeks weekend work and out of hours covered will be paid for.

Salary depends on experience.


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