Import Export Buying Coordinator

Greenford

£28,000 - £32,000 + performance related bonus

Great opportunity for a commercial minded import/export executive to join a long-standing, successful and growing manufacturing organisation.

This is a really successful family owned business where people really do matter and long term prospects for progression are excellent!

The role will support the procurement division as well as manage aspects of the import/export process ensuring that the organisations operational needs are met- taking into account price, quality and delivery of continued supply.

The successful candidate will be highly numerate, be a whizz on Excel, commercially astute and a desire to get things done on time.

Role Duties

• Logistics coordination – working closely with freight forwarders to arrange transportation, track shipments and manage customs clearance
• Stakeholder liaison – working with customs authorities, resolving issues and coordinate with internal teams (sales, finance and warehouse)
• Tarriff classification – accurately classify goods
• Compliance and documentation – monitor adherence to customs law and trade agreements and review invoices, bills of lading, COOS and customs declarations
• Inventory and costs – monitor inventory levels, optimise lead times and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Purchasing support – Assist with supplier follow ups, contract negotiations, market research and vendor relationships

Knowledge required

• 2-3 years experience in import/export operations (Sea) and familiar with Incoterms
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, tariff classifications and trade compliance
• Analytical and commercially astute expert Excel essential
• Strong communication- someone who can influence and negotiate
• Degree educated or equivalent – International Trade, Supply Chain management, Logistics or related field

If you have some experience within logistics (Sea import/export) and are looking for a new opportunity where you can grow during an exciting time in the business then please apply today!

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