Cross Trade Executive

Due to expansion, our client, who are a small friendly global logistics provider based at Heathrow (Ashford TW15) has an exciting new position available for an experienced Cross Trade Executive . The successful candidate should be an experienced freight forwarder with solid experience of handling cross trade traffic via sea (bias) and air freight together with an excellent commercial awareness and good English communication skills (both verbal & written), someone who can use their initiative is essential with a flexible attitude. Good prospects are available.

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Employment Terms for the Cross Trade Executive :
Office Based
Hours Mon Friday 9am-5.30pm
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Overtime or option to bank additional holiday
Salary £35-40k DOE & Neg
Responsibilities for the Cross Trade Executive :
Dealing with Far east traffic; USA cross trade 70% of the role
Handling UK exports/imports Sea (bias) and Air; This would be mainly sea freight but would also incorporate some air movements
Knowledge of USA import procedures an advantage FDA, Bond, ISF filling etc
Understand the Customs Clearance Process
Full account management (Start to Finish role)
Providing Quotes and follow up
Setting up shipments with overseas offices at origin and issue clear instructions to destination for clearance xkybehq and delivery (offering a door to door service)
Managing and monitoring shipments through to delivery, getting Pod and raising invoice
Maintaining Tracker/Spreadsheets
High level of customer service required for a demanding client
Required Skills
Highly organised, able to use initiative
Excellent English communication skills (verbal & written)
Strong Admin and IT skills
Able to work under pressure and to deadlines