Trade Compliance Coordinator - Heathrow

# | | | | --- | --- | | | | | --- | | Trade Compliance Coordinator - Heathrow | |Indietro|  |  || --- | --- || |  | | --- | | ALPI UK is part of the Albini & Pitigliani Group, an international freight forwarding and logistics organisation with a history spanning more than 80 years.

Established in Italy, the Group has grown into a global network providing logistics and supply chain solutions across international markets. With locations across Essex, Manchester, Tamworth, Heathrow and Scotland, ALPI UK combines the strength and stability of a global business with the personal approach of a local team. We are proud to support customers across a wide range of industries through our expertise in freight forwarding, customs, warehousing and supply chain management.  

Our success is built on the knowledge, commitment and expertise of our people. We foster a professional and collaborative working environment where individuals are empowered to take ownership, build strong relationships and deliver with confidence.  Everything we do is guided by our 'With C.A.R.E.' values:
Commitment, Accountability, Relationships, Expertise.  These values shape the way we work, support our customers and collaborate with one another every day.  
** Trade Compliance Coordinator - Heathrow
** We are looking for an experienced Trade Compliance Coordinator join our Key Accounts team based at our Heathrow office.  
** Job type
** Permanent, full time  
** Working Hours
** Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5.30pm (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break). 40 hours per week.  
** Salary**  £27,500 per annum (salary negotiable depending on experience)  
** About the Role
** The role is to support Key Account Trade Compliance Functions with KPI and Product Reporting.  
** Key Responsibilities*
* * Working closely with line report and operators to ensure smooth movement of items across borders.
* Being able to determine correct tariff classifications for all supported brands within the Key Account function moving from the EU as required
* Issuing country specific guidance (for the UK) to the business on additional import requirements for stock products predominantly from the EU
* Maintain close liaison with line reporting and to provide support to the Head of function
* Providing support on internal projects where input, involvement or expertise from Trade Compliance is needed
* Auditing and monitoring entries to ensure they are compliant with local import and export legislation, as well as to support brand KPI audit requirements
* Ensure all operational activities are completed and followed up correctly in accordance with SOP’s and organisational policy.
* Help facilitate Imports and Exports of non-stock goods, completing and suppling documents and declarations
* Liaise with HMRC and assist with maintenance on customs procedures.
* Maintenance of the CITES portal, uploading Import and Re-Export CITES certificates
* Implement and improve new efficiencies in client workflow in conjunction with line manager
* Report any sales leads (new clients) to the line manager for distribution to the sales team.
* Create and maintain written procedures
* Ensure all reports & KPI’s are generated by given deadlines and handed to line manager for submission to each area of Key Accounts
* Complete ad-hoc and spot checks on entries and submit reports to line manager and Head of Department weekly   
** Skills, Experience and Competencies*
* * Experience with in customs/trade compliance within a large business or brokerage firm and an in-depth understanding of UK and EU Customs regulation's
* Proficient understanding of international trade, import duties, commodity codes, incoterms, preference, and valuation
* Fluent in English (verbal and written) essential with expert communication skills across all levels
* Intermediate Excel skills
* Ability to work as part of a team as well and being confident independently
* Demonstrate initiative and drive to meet deadlines while working in a busy environment   
** Benefits that support you
** Working at ALPI UK comes with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, financial future and life outside of work,…