Reed Business Support Hiring for Imports Assistant at Plymouth Full Time

We are on the search for 2 Imports Assistants to join our team. 

The role will suit someone who enjoys a challenge, likes problem solving and who works best when under pressure.

Responsibilities include:

• Registering/performing import checks of new container orders
• Processing shipping documents
• Checking and raising international payments
• Drafting/settling Letter of Credits
• Customs entry preparation & entry file release
• Expediting shipments, shipping documents and container releases with suppliers
• Ensuring accurate preparation and distribution of department s
• Investigating and resolving shipment issues (loading / price / cube)
• Data entry – Updating/monitoring of data onto our bespoke intranet-based system
• Raising & resolving claims with suppliers (UK & International)
• Customs Entries & Tariff compliance checks
• Invoice checks, entries and queries
• Brexit transactions – EU & Ireland clearance – process & compliance checks
• General Admin & correspondence within the import dept

Person Specification:

• Experience of International logistics is an advantage – training will be provided.
• Experience of International payments and letter of credits is an advantage – training will be provided.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency of work
• Excellent organization skills with ability to prioritize own workload.
• The ability to communicate effectively with The Range stakeholders.
• The ability to work calmly when under pressure.
• Fast learner, able to multi-task
• Confident with IT systems, particular Microsoft 365 (office), online platforms and intermediate level Excel – must be confident in use and quick learner (excel test may be requested prior to interview)

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Long service awards
• Employee discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible and Hybrid working

Position: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm.