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- Imports/Exports Controller, International Transportation
Bridgend, UK
Willis Asset Management Limited
Bridgend, UK
Willis Asset Management Limited

Summary:

Support the International transportation of Company owned Managed Fleet aircraft engines and equipment of all locations. Interface with global transportation and logistics companies and coordinate the Ground and Air transportation and associated Import and Export documentation requirements for engine and equipment movements. This position also requires the daily care and control of the company Bonded Warehouse, and all associated reporting to customs control. Ensuring the company stays in compliance with the requirements of the AEOC.

Responsibilities:

Import / Export / Customs / HMRC Compliance and Control:

Effective control of the import, export and clearance of all aero engines, stands and parts into and out of the WAML Bridgend facility. Effective control of all imports into WAML customs warehouse, IPR and End Use authorizations with the correct use of CFSP and of Free Circulation, Home Use and Certificate of Airworthiness (CofA) regimes, as appropriate to the business, including timely provision of all customs clearances. Effective control of all exports with attention to the minimization of duty and VAT liabilities to WAML where feasible. Production and management of shipping and logistics purchase orders and commercial invoices. Effective control and application of optimized import customs values. Ensures HMRC regulatory compliance and effectively manages all WAML import, export and clearance documentation, ensuring conformance with required regime regulatory requirements, CPC and tariff codes. Effective management of IPR and End Use deferments and extensions and advises the Operations Manager International Transport of potential liabilities in good time to allow effective cost limitation measures to be applied (e.g. where extensions cannot be obtained). Effective and early collaboration with WLFC Contracts personnel to ensure customs compliance with regards declaration of import/export customs values. Effective management of customs liability under the various regimes to ensure duty and VAT payments due to WAML/WLFC are minimized as much as possible. Liaise as required with the Warehouse Team Leader regarding the import and export of engines and material from the WAML Facility. Keep up to date with Customs regulation and necessary documentation requirements for the various Countries that Company engines and equipment are expected to be transporting to and from. Effective control of all functions associated with the shipment around the world of all aero engines and engine stands and any large consignments of parts as required. Effective control of goods from collection to receipt at customer/repair vendor facilities, or into WAML facilities. Control and validation of final shipping and freight invoices to ensure that they match originating purchase orders and collaboration with the Finance department to rectify any discrepancies. Effective management of engine and engine stand movements through the stock control system. Effective liaison with external shipping and logistics departments, shipping agents, and importers and exporters of record. Acquiring quotes from Company approved Freight Forwarders to support transportation requirements. Coordinate the Company fleet engine shipments with the Customer, regardless of which party is responsible for the transportation (internal or external). Provide daily care and control of the company Bonded Warehouse and all associated reporting to customs control. Perform audits of the bonded warehouse, to ensure material in bond correlates to customs data. Update Quantum Logistics system as required.

Quality Standards:

The post holder should have an understanding and appreciation of company procedures.

Health and Safety:

The post holder must be aware of their responsibilities with regards to H&S, by ensuring that company policies and procedures are adhered to.

WLFC Corporate Values:

The post holder will be expected to conduct all activities on-site in accordance with company values. Work flexibility and a "can do" attitude (whilst maintaining compliance requirements) are key characteristic given the multifaceted nature of this position.

Communication and Collaboration:

Post holder must ensure that effective lines of communication and collaboration are maintained. Coordinate with HR to ensure personnel are current in their customs, safety and security training to meet Bonded Warehouse requirements and AEOC.

Professional Self Development:

Post-holders would be expected to participate in Company training when requested. The Post holder will be expected to carry out any other duties allocated that are appropriate to the grade and nature of this post. s will be reviewed and discussed annually in line with the Staff Appraisal procedure

Reports to:

* Director of Operations, International Transportation