Air Freight Clerk

Our client, a freight forwarder is looking for a Air Freight Coordiantor to join their office in Heathrow. Key Roles and Responsibilities * The ability to co-ordinate with network partners, UK clients and/or internal teams to arrange a booking to be shipped from origin to destination country, maintaining clear and effective communication at all times * Ensuring all shipments adhere to international trade regulations, customs procedures, and export control laws * Basic understanding of INCOTERMS and the risk and liabilities of each term * To quote shipments prior to movement and applying agree rates where necessary * Building relationships with airlines for cargo bookings and rate negotiations * To liaise with partners to reach out for quotes and rates * Familiarity with various export documents and their purpose * Ensure all air export jobs are completed correctly and in a timely manner * Ensure all customs declaration tasks are completed correctly and in a timely manner * Has the ability to follow instruction and produce airway bill pre-alerts, ensuring accuracy in preparation to avoid critical delays or penalties * Monitoring the progress of shipments from origin to destination, providing updates to destination partners. * Understanding of HMRC Volumes 1 & 3 of the UK trade tariff. * Report immediately to the line manager any amendments to customs declarations * Ensure the operational system is always used correctly * Assist other departments as and when required by the company * Maintain regular communications with the network and sales team * Look and propose new efficiencies in customer workflow * Liaise with HMRC and maintenance of customs procedures * Ensure all reports are completed as per provided deadline * Ensure the SOPs are followed completely and accurately * Look and propose new efficiencies in customer work flow * Passing invoices from suppliers and providers within 48 hours from receipt * Ensure insurance is charged correctly * Ensure insurance claims are given to the claims department immediately * Propose and report to Line Manager; strategies related to the Air products * Provide support and holiday coverage for the local staff when required