UGL WORLDWIDE LOGISTICS is an independent freight forwarder, specialising in transporting freight all over the globe. Our many services include general forwarding by sea, air and land, customs brokerage, haulage and warehousing, imports and exports to and from any UK port to any destination worldwide.
We are looking for an Import operations Co-ordinator to join our team in Slough/London.
Job Role / Principle Accountabilities and Tasks
An Import operations Co-Ordinator with experience in clearing perishable freight essential
Responsible for the coordination and management of import activities within an organization.
Prepare documents and forms to move goods efficiently through import steps and procedures
Reviews paperwork and documents to ensure shipping, handling, storage charges, and customs fees are billed correctly.
Maintains a database that tracks merchandise
This includes the development and implementation of import policies and procedures
Management of Import/Export documentation and shipments.
This role will be responsible to facilitate the accurate and timely movement of customer's import shipments, FCL and LCL and air, from origin to destination in compliance with company standards and government agencies, such as FMC, CFR, IACSSP, and Customs and Border Protection.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Highly numerate and literate
Excellent understanding of Import / Export procedures and principles
Targeting appropriate companies, monitoring sector activity
Expanding existing business
An understanding of the HMRC regime an advantage
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work days:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Slough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• UK Import Perishable regulations: 5 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Slough (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Slough
Reference ID: LHR/BDM/1002