Due to company growth, we are currently seeking an experienced Key Account Customs Coordinator to join our clients Logistics Team at their Heathrow branch.
As Key Account Customs Coordinator you will assist in areas of customs, directing and supporting multiple parties to ensure timely clearance of goods.
Key Account Customs Coordinator duties include:
Assist the Customs Manager in the execution of their duties to support the Head of Customs compliance and Managing Director’s vision of the company to become more competitive and profitable
Understand and execute the departments vision of good business development in order to successfully move Customs products
Complete all Customs Import activities correctly and on time including financial, legal and invoicing transaction for Key Account traffic
Correctly complete all customs import CDS declarations in line with UK HMRC regulations for the Key account processes
Ensure all operational activities are completed on time
Immediately report any amendments to the customs declaration forms to line manager and engage in comms with the nominated key account
Complete spot checks on customer entries and submit reports to line manager weekly
Always maintain and utilise the operational system, Descartes along with all associated movement trackers
Ensure all Import Duties/VAT is charged correctly upon invoicing and collect any monies due in line with SOPs
Maintain regular communication with sales teams reporting new sales leads and handover of shipments
Always work compliantly within the confines of Company SOP
Always maintain excellent customer and inter-departmental relationships giving regular feedback to line manager
Follow up late customer payments in conjunction with credit control
Communicate quotations to the line manager/sales team within two hours of receipt and ensure all quotations are recorded on the system in one format
Implement and improve new efficiencies in customer workflow in conjunction with line manager
Ensure all reports are generated by given deadlines and handed to line manager
Before release, ensure all goods are approved for delivery via accounts and/or line manager
Accurately complete all invoicing within 48 hours of activity
Ensure insurances are charged correctly and any insurance claims are handed to line manager without delay
Skills & Experience Required:
Knowledge of customs requirements and formalities with particular focus on UK & EU imports
Working knowledge of the CDS system both Imports and Exports
HMRC amendment and reclaim experience
Proficient with Microsoft software especially Excel
Able to prioritise and organise own workload with attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
We’re keen to speak to Customs professionals with at least 2 years’ experience of Imports/Exports, Customs Compliance and regulations. Experience in road transport, logistics or haulage and knowledge of transit procedures and ETSF would be an advantage but is not essential.
In return, the successful Key Account Customs Coordinator will be offered up to £30,000, in line with skills and experience.
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0203 906 6020
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