Import and Customs Support Clerk

LSW are currently looking for an enthusiastic team player with a background in import customs clearance with some exposure to domestic and international freight. In this role you will play a key role in the movement of goods predominantly into the UK but also exports out of the UK via road and sea. You will ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with the requirements of the union customs code whilst maintaining on time and cost effective delivery.,

• Compile data from multiple suppliers for import customs clearance


• Scrutinise customs invoices for accuracy


• Liaise with suppliers for documentation amendments


• Be point of contact for hauliers and agents for customs clearance


• Classify items within the UK global tariff code in accordance with the rules of interpretation


• Come to appropriate customs valuation based on the methods of valuation


• Apply preference to import customs entries as required


• Arrange shipments to and from third party contractors


• Arrange export shipping documentation such as customs invoice, packing list, certificate of origin


• Prepare dangerous goods notes


• Book export shipments via online portals


• Maintaining master data


• Compiling data for monthly metrics
  
  Experience of CDS/Chief for imports


• Import customs processing


• Knowledge of classification rules of interpretation


• Proficient in Microsoft office


Experience required:

• Knowledge of methods of valuation


• Knowledge of rules or origin, Preferential and non-preferential


• Knowledge of INCOTERMS


• Experience of transport portals


• Knowledge of UK road haulage


• Awareness of Dangerous goods regulations


• Familiarity in movement of items related to the mechanical engineering industr


• Familiarity in oversized shipment requirements


• Familiarity with ERP systems


• Familiarity with international trade


Personal Characteristics:

• Excellent communication skills


• Willingness to learn and expand your knowledge


• Willing to travel if required


• Ability to follow process and work independently


• Ability to priorities work and adhere to deadlines


• Ability to form working relationships with internal and external parties
  
  Liebherr Sunderland Works Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Liebherr International AG based in Switzerland. In over 70 years of operations the Liebherr Group has become synonymous with technological innovation, quality, commitment to engineering excellence and progress dedicated to the interests of our customers and business associates all over the world.

Liebherr sees itself as a pioneer. Based on this attitude, the approximately 52,000 employees play a decisive role in shaping technological progress in numerous industries and are already dedicating themselves today to the challenges that customers will face tomorrow. The management of the Liebherr Group is still in the hands of the Liebherr family.


• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Half day Friday


• Christmas shut down


• Extra weeks holiday after 10 years service


• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Sick pay


• Private Health insurance and cashback scheme


• Salary Sacrifice pension


• Flextime


• Free flu jab


• Cycle to work


• Free fruit, tea and coffee


• Social events including family fun day, Barbeques and Christmas party


• Death in Service insurance


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year