Closing Date: 25th October 2024
Vidu are working on an exciting opportunity in the search for an Air Freight Export Clerk on behalf of a globally renowned Logistics company.
Our client has engaged with Vidu VIP to carry out the initial search process.
Vidu’s dedicated team of consultants will be your first point of contact when applying for this role.
Role purpose:
Process any air or sea shipments from start to finish. Be a team player and support the Export Manager when required to do so, to promote all the services that our client has to offer and provide an excellent level of customer service to their existing and potential customers.
Principle Accountabilities/Tasks:
Arrange collections, bookings with carriers and negotiate the best possible buy rates.
Ensure all telephone calls / e-mails are answered in a timely fashion.
Prepare documentation, complete customs entries and set up job files.
Ensure customers are given regular updates on the progress of their bookings and ensure they are invoiced promptly.
Assist with all air or ocean quotes.
Monitor stationary levels and ensure they are replenished when they are at a level that requires them to be.
A sound knowledge of Air and Ocean Freight – Export.
An advanced knowledge of Microsoft office applications I.E Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.
Excellent attention to detail and takes pride in their work.
Able to work on your own initiative.
Excellent telephone manner.
A team player who is willing to learn and adapt to any given task.
Excellent time management and able to work to tight deadlines.
Good communication skills.
Be comfortable cold calling to increase the client base.
