Job Description Summary

The Import/Export Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating the movement of goods into and out of the site, ensuring materials are available to support production and finished products are shipped to customers safely, on time, and in full compliance with regulations. Reporting to the Logistics Compliance Leader, this role oversees end-to-end import and export activities, including documentation, customs and regulatory requirements, and coordination with internal teams, freight forwarders, and carriers.

The Import/Export Specialist also ensures accurate records, mitigates delays and risks in the supply chain, and supports continuous improvement of logistics processes to enhance service, compliance, and cost efficiency.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the import / export country compliance processes
• Work closely with operations teams to develop processes to assure compliance with all country requirements
• Responsible for implementing processes consistent with local regulations and will be responsible operationally for driving adherence to each process
• Raising of monthly HMRC reports
• Responsible for integrating compliance into the working processes, working closely with portfolio specialists
• Awareness of operational metrics to assure compliance with all import / export procedures
• Prepare / maintain reporting of current status/progress of all import / export activity to operational teams
• Handle all import and export tasks, including import clearance instructions, customs entries and HMRC
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation and arrange and monitor transportation
• Responsible for any other administrative duties and customer service as needed
• Attend and support team daily operating rhythms with departmental concerns and present performance when required

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and/or equivalent demonstrable experience in an import/export or logistics role
• Administrative experience within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to undertake basic calculations (ie. VAT and duty)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Pension
• Bonus          
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection            
• Private medical cover    

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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