Import Operations Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Join Seafast Holdings - Empower Global Logistics!
Are you ready to make your mark in the world of logistics? Seafast Holdings, the parent company of industry-leading subsidiaries, including Seafast Logistics, Seafast Cold Chain Logistics, Seafast Global, and Seafast Africa Logistics, is seeking exceptional talent to join our team.
As a key player in our global operations, you will work with a team of dedicated logistics specialists, crafting tailored solutions for renowned brands worldwide. Our commitment to excellence drives us to provide top-tier freight shipping and inland logistics services, solving even the most complex end-to-end transportation challenges.
With an expansive reach spanning across almost every country, we specialize in serving difficult-to-access markets and emerging regions. Leverage our extensive local knowledge and expertise to reach places other logistics providers can't.
Currently, we have an exciting opportunity for an Import Operations Assistant to join our dynamic team in Felixstowe. You'll work alongside a friendly and supportive group, where growth and advancement are encouraged. If you have at least 1 year of import experience, a positive attitude, and a drive to develop your skills, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Receive and process customer instructions promptly and accurately.
- Handle customs entries and coordinate freight bookings.
- Prepare precise export documentation and track changes diligently.
- Maintain organized customer files, scanning and uploading necessary documents.
- Arrange destination bookings and liaise with goods in/out at customer sites.
- Ensure on-time deliveries, providing delivery schedule advice based on forecasts.
- Manage haulage bookings with approved carriers.
- Complete CHED-Ps on IPAFF and ensure timely logging of original health certificates.
- Facilitate payments to PH and Shipping Lines as required.
- Log original B/Ls with relevant shipping lines within specified time frames.
- Generate customer invoices when necessary.
- Monitor daily container tracking for vessel and ETA updates.
- Adhere to operational processes and SOPs.
- Complete accurate customs entries based on customer instructions.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in general imports.
- Exceptional customer relationship management skills.
- Professional demeanor and a positive attitude.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and driven to excel.
- Proactive problem-solving capabilities.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
- Ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets.
- Strong team player with a proven track record.
- Excellent time management skills.
Join Seafast Holdings and become part of a dynamic team revolutionizing global logistics. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career journey with us. Together, we'll unlock new possibilities and shape the future of the industry.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Import Operations Assistant roles across Uniserve (U K ) Ltd.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,635 - £40,615 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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