Import Coordinator

Job Title:

Imports Coordinator

Work Location:

KWE, Unit 4, Horizon Logistics Park, New Naul Road, Swords, Co. Dublin

Division/Department:

Operations

Reporting to:

Import Manager

☒ Full-Time

☐ Part-Time

☐ Exempt

☐ Non-Exempt

At KWE we are looking for an Import Coordinator who has a deep understanding for managing and arranging international shipments across air, sea and road freight operations. In this role you will support the import manager in the full day to day operations of the department while adhering to compliance and regulatory standards and ensuring timely coordination of shipments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full end to end imports process
• Prepare all necessary documentation for customs entries for Air, Sea and Road freight
• Organising collections and coordinating with carriers across the KWE network
• Tracking consignments and managing pre alerts
• Communicate effectively with internal and overseas coworkers
• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring clients are informed throughout the shipment lifecycle
• Oversee invoicing, job costings and freight documentation

Skills/ Experience:

• 2 / 3 years’ experience working in imports
• Previous experience in out-of-gauge shipping or capital equipment projects is highly desirable
• Knowledge of customs procedures
• Experience and knowledge of the freight forwarding sector
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and reporting skills
• Effective time management, planning and organisational skills
• Aptitude for problem solving
• Ability to work in a pressurised and dynamic environment
• Ability to work on own initiative and independently as well as contributing to the team's performance

Benefits:

• Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 23 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Company events

Working Pattern:

• Monday to Friday, based on 37.5 Hours per week