Import Manager

About us

Commodity Centre UK Ltd is a leading independent global provider of controlled storage and 4PL services, offering warehousing, global freight forwarding, haulage and logistics, technical services and specialist resources.

We support the movement and storage of soft commodities, metals, and general cargo worldwide, managing the entire supply chain — from origin and shipping through to customs, bonded warehousing and final distribution.

As our UK business continues to grow, we are now looking to strengthen and expand our freight forwarding capability, creating an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to make a real impact.

The opportunity

We are recruiting an Import Manager with strong freight forwarding experience to join our team and play a key role in developing and growing our forwarding function in the UK.

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Head up the Import Department
• Establish long term relationships with clients
• Ensure compliance with all governing bodies including HMRC and Border force

Key responsibilities

Manage the day to day activities of the Import team, supervising the work of administrative the Import Coordinator.

Ensure on-time shipment of products, tracking progress while managing shipment schedules to maximise productivity and manage costs.

Manage profit & loss, sales and purchase invoicing and credit control for the Import team, reporting on a monthly basis to Senior Management & Finance.

Ensure team members are fully aware of all procedures to be followed to meet business requirements encouraging them to own and strictly adhere to them.

Take responsibility for handling complaints escalating them where necessary to ensure swift resolution.

Build and maintain relationships with all other departments within the Company and across the Group.

What we’re looking for

• Experience of working in a customs warehouse/import/export environment.
• Management experience within an International Trade environment, managing administrative staff to ensure that customer service is provided to a high standard and efficiency and quality standards are upheld.
• Good working knowledge of the Commodities sector and relevant operational practices to create distinct advantage.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within the Company and externally to establish positive outcomes and leverage the capabilities of all staff.
• Professional attitude, team player with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Good organisational skills, prioritising using a common-sense approach to problem solving.
• Demonstrate the ability to proactively initiate action, be decisive and think commercially.
• Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to deadlines. Positive approach to flexibility in working hours.
• Defra knowledge and AEO experience.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, numerate, and possessing good verbal and written communication skills.

Why join us?

· Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing international business

· Work in a collaborative environment with real scope to make an impact

· Competitive salary and benefits package

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person