Import Clerk
143102014
£12.50 - £14 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
Coventry, West Midlands
Administration
Posted 20 days ago
Expires In 9 Days
Job Description
This role will involve working full time Monday to Friday 9am till 5.30pm.
Main duties:
- Managing FCL and LCL ocean freight shipments from initial booking through to final delivery
- Acting as a key point of contact between shipping lines, hauliers, customers, overseas agents, and internal teams
- Preparing and handling all essential shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin
- Ensuring full compliance with Incoterms, customs regulations, and company procedures
- Tracking shipments closely, anticipating and resolving delays or issues before they escalate
- Providing regular, clear shipment updates to clients and maintaining accurate records
- Entering and maintaining data accurately across freight management systems
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in ocean freight forwarding, ideally covering both imports and exports
- Strong working knowledge of international shipping documentation and Incoterms
- Experience using freight forwarding systems such as CargoWise, ASM Sequoia, BoxTop, or similar
- A confident communicator with excellent coordination and organisational skills
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- Understanding of global trade lanes, ports, and basic customs processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
If you’re ready to take the next step in your ocean freight career and want to be part of a professional, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
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