Import Coordinator

For 50 years, Pentagon Freight Services has worked alongside the critical industries we serve by providing best-in-class freight forwarding and logistics. Our aim is simple – we want to deliver certainty for a world that never stops.

We currently have a vacancy for an experienced Import Coordinator within our Perth Team. This position will be responsible for coordinating the Import function from receipt of an order through to delivery with a focus on Air and Domestic, FCL, LCL and Breakbulk shipments.

 The fundamental responsibilities of this role include: 

• Liaising with customers and overseas offices to coordinate import enquiries and shipments

• Registering import shipments in Cargowise (CW1) and coordinating import clearance formalities with PFS Customs Brokers

• Coordinating AQIS inspections and formalities

• Proactively monitoring progress of customs and quarantine clearance via ICS and communicating the outcome to the customer

• Coordinating deliveries of customs released freight to destination and de-hire containers to empty depots

• Preparing & issuing RFQ’s to internal & external customers

• Completing billing process; timely and accurately coding of supplier’s invoices and preparing files for handover to PFS Accounts as per contracted rate agreements

• Delivering a high level of customer service

• Participating in general office tasks as required

 The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum 2 – 3 years’ experience in a similar position

• Knowledge of customs and freight forwarding terminology

• Current exposure to & use of CW1

• Strong problem-solving skills

• High level customer service skills

• High attention to detail and strong planning and organisation skills

• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a busy work environment

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment

• Excellent working knowledge of Customs ICS and Cargowise (CW1) computer systems

• Current unrestricted drivers licence

 Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a Criminal History check.

To find out more about Pentagon Freight Services please visit our website at www.pentagonfreight.com

Please contact Angela Keswick, HR Manager on 08 9353 3***, for more information or click the ‘Apply’ button below