Freight Operations Executive
13 hours ago
Slough
Job description: Purpose of the Job As an Air Freight Specialist at Aramex, you will be the driving force behind our efficient freight operations. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective movement of goods, from initial quotes to final delivery. This includes navigating international regulations, maintaining clear communication, and upholding the highest standards of customer service. Job Description • Execute import and export shipments from initial quote to final delivery, ensuring smooth and efficient movement of goods, • Handle both LTL and FTL shipments, including hazardous materials following all required regulations, • Arrange for the collection of Delivery Orders (DOs) and Bills of Lading (B/Ls), • Coordinate customs clearance procedures and ensure all necessary documentation is accurate and complete, • Submit shipping instructions to relevant parties, • Schedule both hazardous and non-hazardous shipments accurately and efficiently, • Monitor and maintain a 100% update rate for milestones and status within CargoWise, • Monitor supplier invoices and performance to ensure cost-effectiveness, • Complete job costing and billing tasks accurately, • Maintain clear communication with suppliers and clients throughout the shipment process, • Follow established company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), • Maintain a well-motivated and independent work style, managing freight forwarding operations effectively, • Collaborate with destination consignees to ensure smooth delivery, • Independently handle pre- and post-shipment documents., • Coordinate with shipping lines to obtain Bill of Lading (BL) status and local charge updates, • Work with brokers to manage payments and update payment receipts in the system, • Facilitate communication with staff regarding customs clearance activities, • Regularly follow up with clients on various shipment details like stuffing plans, vessel schedules, and BL copies, • Coordinate with clients regarding dispatch of cargo, • Collaborate with shipping lines, transporters, and operations staff for seamless execution, • Maintain accurate records within CargoWise, including payment vouchers and supplier cash payments, • Create transportation references within each CargoWise, • Creation of truck consignment note, manifest and MAWB, • Creation of bill of entry for export & import consignment Job Requirements - Experience and Education, • Bachelor’s degree in business or any other field, • 3-4 years of relevant working experience in the Freight Forwarding industry, • Experience in operations and broad knowledge of regulations, • Cargowise experience preferred, • Excellent MS office skills: Word, Excel and Power Point, • Good commands in professional emails writing Leadership Behaviors Building Outstanding Teams Setting a clear direction Simplification Collaborate & break silos Execution & Accountability Growth mindset Innovation Inclusion External focus Skills Financial Acumen Adaptability Communication Skills Teamwork Time Management We offer: ⦁ Life Assurance ⦁ Flu Jab Voucher ⦁ Occupational Health Services ⦁ Monthly Employee Recognition Program ⦁ Regular Social Activities ⦁ Discretionary Bonus Scheme ⦁ 25 Days Annual Leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays ⦁ Special Shipping Rates ⦁ Pension