Job Summary:
The Import/Export Senior will facilitate all Inbound logistics shipments crossing international border by ensuring that the shipment adheres to custom regulations and will lead the small Import & Export team.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:
• Ensures Import and Export documentation is correctly administered to ensure product movement between the UK and Third countries.
• Completes Customs declarations entries and shipping documentations.
• Reviews all paperwork and documents to ensure shipping and customs fees are billed correctly.
• Key point of contact with suppliers or freight forwarders when there is an import/export issue.
• Works closely with other departments to ensure efficient deliveries and timely reports for Finance.
• Manages the day-to-day operation for the Import & Export team.
• Trains junior members and oversees any problems that may arise.
• Helps for Outbound Logistics shipments as required.
• Keeps up to date with changes in regulations, laws, and customs procedure.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent communication skills – dealing with suppliers, freight forwarders, solving problems.
• Excellent admin and organizational skills.
• Able to work as part of a team across different departments and communicate clearly.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Attention to detail, adaptable and willing to learn.

Essential Education and Experience:
• At least 2 years of experience coming from an important/export background with a working knowledge of import and export customs
procedures and preparing import/export documentation.
• Experience of completing entries, clearances, and shipping documentation.
• Supervisory/Team leader experience.

Desirable Education and Experience:
• Qualifications in Import/export/logistics would be beneficial.
• Relevant degree would be desirable.
• Experience using Descartes e-Customs system would be an advantage.
• Experience of working in an e-commerce environment would be an advantage.
• Knowledge or experience with customs warehouse or similar customs procedure.