Import / Export Clerk

This role will be working in a busy Ocean Department and is an excellent opportunity.

This role is a 6-month maternity leave cover position.

Export Duties will include: 

  • Receive bookings from clients 
  • Check rates/costs at time of booking receipt to ensure accuracy and place booking with the shipping carrier
  • Organising Transport on collection of all sea freight shipments as required
  • Create quotation/booking and convert to shipment on Aramex system for each export LCL/FCL consignment
  • Send booking confirmation to customer to confirm all ETD/ETA details on the booking 
  • Arrange customs export SAD and maintain files and adhere to quality systems as set out internally for Revenue regulations and AEO compliance  
  • Issue MBL/HBL for sea shipments and confirm SOB with carrier 
  • Arrange to scan documents and pre-alert destination agents on shipment arrivals from Ireland 
  • Finalise invoicing & costs with billing team  
  • Solve Accounts Queries in a timely manner by email or phone, fast turnaround is required  •         Address all customer queries / communications within a good time frame  

Import Duties will include: 

  • Receive documents from client or third-party agents for import pre-alerts and monitor arrival into Dublin 
  • Confirm customs clearance handling requirements and set up customs entry for clearance, ensure client has a direct representation form on file with The Dublin office before arranging any such clearance 
  • Calculate taxes and send the client the SAD to ensure payment is received in advance of clearance for duty/VAT costs upon arrival.
  • Create quotation/booking and convert to shipment on shipment for each import LCL/FCL consignment
  • Verify free time period with the carriers to ensure pick up within the free time allowed
  • Book haulier to pick up and deliver finalise POD
  • Finalise invoicing and costs with billing team
  • Solve Accounts queries in a timely manner by email or phone, fast turnaround is required  •         Address all customer queries/communications within a good time frame
  • Minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience in sea freight and imports / exports
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word 
  • Experience delivering strong customer service in a fast-paced, demanding environment  •         Experience in Customs Clearance is desirable
Job Category: Import Export
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: North County Dublin

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