Import Coordinator

Aston Carter

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 by Aston Carter
Cheshire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project

Our client a global manufacturing firm is seeking an imports clerk to join their team!

Description:

Job Title: Imports Coordinator

Location: Birchwood

Work type: Hybrid

contract: 6 months with potential to extend

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.

Job Opportunity:

The Imports & Duty Team is a department dealing with the import and customs procedures for goods imported into the company. Duty and Import VAT is managed via the Ricardo integrated duty management system.

The role is essential in ensuring that the importation of goods takes place promptly, efficiently, and compliantly. This process requires timely action to respond to requests from import agents, HMRC and internal customers. It is key that all imported goods are cleared accurately and promptly to avoid any increased costs, and the goods are delivered to the designated warehouse to ensure that production schedules are not impacted. Compiles and manages activities requested from HMRC to ensure all requirements of running a customs regime is adhered to.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Assists in the administration of planning, development implementation and operation of the systems and processes for the payment and avoidance of duties and taxes. Liaises with HM (Her Majesties) customs to ensure European Community regulatory compliance and rules applicable to duty/tax avoidance. Prepares, completes and submits monthly returns of duties/taxes paid (and avoided) to HM customs.

Operation of a Duty Management System (Ricardo) in accordance with H.M. Revenue & Customs (HMRC) requirements.

Raise and send Import Instructions to Agents for the Peterborough facility and ensure they are fully compliant with H.M. Revenue & Customs (HMRC) requirements.

Ensure all import entries are raised/completed/filed by due dates and are fully compliant with H.M. Revenue & Customs (HMRC) requirements to support team KPI's.

Support the continued use of Simplified Customs Declaration Procedures (SCDP) by ensuring that all import entries are raised/completed/filed by due dates.

Authorises and verifies customs clearance agencies use of companies deferment account and apportions costs internally.

Supporting the companies Trade Compliance practices to ensure that these are complied with and maintained.

Maintain the Imports Master Log so that accurate records are maintained for audit and trade compliance purposes.

Contribute to Continuous Improvements by proactively reviewing processes to ensure that maximum efficiency and duty recovery is maintained and increased (LEAN)

Liaises with suppliers (and customers) shipping lines & haulers in connection with the movement of goods.

Processes/finalises insurance claims as/if applicable under the Maritime Insurance Policy.

Ability to provide basic guidance and support to internal and external customers on HM (Her Majesties) customs requirements.

Typical internal customers include a department or Business/Service Unit in a Division. The position's primary customers are internal. Most of the problems faced by the position are similar to those faced before and follow a pattern. The incumbent resolves issues by selecting the best solution from a few choices. Impacts key quality goals including Timeliness, Accuracy, Efficiency, Cost Savings.

Limited travel required (Less than 5% of working time).

Skills and Experience:

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

ERP system knowledge (ie SAP)

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Previous Supply Chain experience .

Understanding of UK import formalities.

Excellent organisational skills coupled with the ability to work to tight deadlines and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills. The job involves broad-based contact with overseas suppliers and external agencies in addition to a wide range of internal contacts.

Proven problem solving and analytical skills, ability to analyse potential alternatives and provide suitable solutions.

A positive approach with recognition of the need to focus on the requirements of customers (both internal and external).

Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

Analytics/Tableau experience

Understanding of LEAN Principles

Previous experience using a Duty Management System.

Skills:

  • Logistics
  • Import
  • supply chain

Employee Value Proposition:

hybrid

Job Title: Import Coordinator

Location: Birchwood, UK

Job Type: Contract

Trading as Aston Carter. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Aston Carter is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available on the website.

To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to the website.

We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.


Reference: 2828851691

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Aston Carter

Import Coordinator

Aston Carter

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 by Aston Carter

Cheshire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project

Our client a global manufacturing firm is seeking an imports clerk to join their team!

Description:

Job Title: Imports Coordinator

Location: Birchwood

Work type: Hybrid

contract: 6 months with potential to extend

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.

Job Opportunity:

The Imports & Duty Team is a department dealing with the import and customs procedures for goods imported into the company. Duty and Import VAT is managed via the Ricardo integrated duty management system.

The role is essential in ensuring that the importation of goods takes place promptly, efficiently, and compliantly. This process requires timely action to respond to requests from import agents, HMRC and internal customers. It is key that all imported goods are cleared accurately and promptly to avoid any increased costs, and the goods are delivered to the designated warehouse to ensure that production schedules are not impacted. Compiles and manages activities requested from HMRC to ensure all requirements of running a customs regime is adhered to.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Assists in the administration of planning, development implementation and operation of the systems and processes for the payment and avoidance of duties and taxes. Liaises with HM (Her Majesties) customs to ensure European Community regulatory compliance and rules applicable to duty/tax avoidance. Prepares, completes and submits monthly returns of duties/taxes paid (and avoided) to HM customs.

Operation of a Duty Management System (Ricardo) in accordance with H.M. Revenue & Customs (HMRC) requirements.

Raise and send Import Instructions to Agents for the Peterborough facility and ensure they are fully compliant with H.M. Revenue & Customs (HMRC) requirements.

Ensure all import entries are raised/completed/filed by due dates and are fully compliant with H.M. Revenue & Customs (HMRC) requirements to support team KPI's.

Support the continued use of Simplified Customs Declaration Procedures (SCDP) by ensuring that all import entries are raised/completed/filed by due dates.

Authorises and verifies customs clearance agencies use of companies deferment account and apportions costs internally.

Supporting the companies Trade Compliance practices to ensure that these are complied with and maintained.

Maintain the Imports Master Log so that accurate records are maintained for audit and trade compliance purposes.

Contribute to Continuous Improvements by proactively reviewing processes to ensure that maximum efficiency and duty recovery is maintained and increased (LEAN)

Liaises with suppliers (and customers) shipping lines & haulers in connection with the movement of goods.

Processes/finalises insurance claims as/if applicable under the Maritime Insurance Policy.

Ability to provide basic guidance and support to internal and external customers on HM (Her Majesties) customs requirements.

Typical internal customers include a department or Business/Service Unit in a Division. The position's primary customers are internal. Most of the problems faced by the position are similar to those faced before and follow a pattern. The incumbent resolves issues by selecting the best solution from a few choices. Impacts key quality goals including Timeliness, Accuracy, Efficiency, Cost Savings.

Limited travel required (Less than 5% of working time).

Skills and Experience:

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

ERP system knowledge (ie SAP)

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Previous Supply Chain experience .

Understanding of UK import formalities.

Excellent organisational skills coupled with the ability to work to tight deadlines and attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills. The job involves broad-based contact with overseas suppliers and external agencies in addition to a wide range of internal contacts.

Proven problem solving and analytical skills, ability to analyse potential alternatives and provide suitable solutions.

A positive approach with recognition of the need to focus on the requirements of customers (both internal and external).

Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

Analytics/Tableau experience

Understanding of LEAN Principles

Previous experience using a Duty Management System.

Skills:

  • Logistics
  • Import
  • supply chain

Employee Value Proposition:

hybrid

Job Title: Import Coordinator

Location: Birchwood, UK

Job Type: Contract

Trading as Aston Carter. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Aston Carter is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available on the website.

To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to the website.

We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.

Reference: 2828851691

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