Our client, a global leader in Freight Forwarding is now recruiting for a Freight Forwarding Imports Manager based in the Feltham location
Your role will involve the management of the freight Import forwarding team with responsibility for the Import Operation both commercially and logistically. Managing the day to day operation ensuring the department runs smoothly
Main responsibilities include
* Pro-active management of general day-to-day Import operation.
* Allocation and distribution of workload to Import staff.
* Co-ordinating import freight movements with overseas offices, airlines and shipping lines.
* Customer service and Key Account Managing responsibilities to include client visits & corporate hospitality.
* Introduction and allocation of account managers for all new business.
* To ensure Key Customer SOP's are maintained.
* Resolution of Customer queries in timely manner.
* Completion of Import Customs clearances and to ensure that ETSF & NCTS movements are coordinated in line with HMRC regulations.
* Arranging transport for collection and delivery of import cargo.
* To ensure Import Accounting procedures are completed within Company parameters and team is operating with
Experience/Skills required
* 3+ years in Freight forwarding and logistics.
* 2+ years' experience in Imports Air freight.
* 2+ years in similar role
* Strong, confident person
* Able to manage people well.
PACKAGE AND BENEFITS
* Salary up to 48k although this could be flexible for candidates who are commercial and well networked
* Hours Monday to Friday - Flexible working patterns of 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm.
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
Back to searchFreight Forwarding Imports Manager
Freight Personnel
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 8 days
Feltham, Greater London TW13 4GT
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Full Time
Life Insurance
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, a global leader in Freight Forwarding, is seeking a Freight Forwarding Imports Manager based in Feltham.
- The role involves managing the freight import forwarding team and ensuring smooth daily operations, with a focus on customer service and key account management.
- Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in freight forwarding and logistics, including 2 years in imports air freight and a similar managerial role.
- The salary for this position is up to £48,000, with flexibility for well-connected candidates.
- Additional benefits include flexible working hours, company events, pension scheme, and a health and wellbeing program.
