Import Manager
Theale - West Berkshire
£35,000 - £40,000
Role Profile
Our client is a large distribution business looking for an Import Manager\Supervisor on a permanent basis bases in Theale. Job role is to manage the day-to-day import process and ensure compliance with government laws and regulations. Manage the demand planning of all import suppliers. Expedite the flow of traffic from foreign destinations, including customs documentation and transportation working closely with our freight forwarding partner.
The role is office based and 36 hours per week Monday to Friday
Responsibilities
- Managing the day-to-day activities of Imports to ensure the smooth running of all aspects of Import operations.
- Demand Planning. Maintaining a high level of service on imported suppliers from Far East/EU/USA. Order placement on time and forecast accuracy within tolerance limits
- Management and control with our freight forwarder of implementing measures and standards to ensure compliance with all governing bodies including HMRC and Border Force.
- Managing shipment schedules, ensuring shipment of products are on time, tracking progress of shipments, managing costs and maximise productivity.
- Establish long-term relationships with customers to deliver efficient and excellent customer service
- Managing complaints; escalating them where necessary to ensure swift resolution
- Ensure all transaction records required are held from inception to completion
Requirements
- You will have Import experience at Supervisor or Manager level
- Experience working in a customs warehouse or imports or stock control environment
- Professional attitude, team player with the ability to communicate at all levels
- Good organisational skills, prioritising using a common-sense approach to problem solving
- Demonstrate the ability to proactively initiate action, be decisive and think commercially
- Competent in Microsoft Office, numerate, and possessing good verbal and written communication skills
Client information
Our client is a market leading distribution business.
Remuneration
£35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits
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