Shipping Co-ordinator Full Time Permanent

• Position: Shipping Co-ordinator
• Salary: £30,000 region per annum. Excellent all round company benefits which include health and dental insurance, very good pension scheme, employee discounts and profit sharing
• Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:30-17:00, office based
• Office based on the outskirts of Burgess Hill with plenty of parking available on site for staff – you will need to drive and have your own transport to get to the office.

This is a superb opportunity to join a small and friendly team with an extremely busy office. Our client works within the logistics / shipping sector and is seeking a strong team player with an understanding of / experience within sea freight and shipping documentation. This is an office based role within lovely offices set in a rural and unique setting. Your own transport is essential due to office workplace location.

This is a superb opportunity to join a fun and busy team within a friendly and very successful organisation.

The role – Shipping Co-ordinator

This role requires someone who is hugely organised and who understands the logistics of sea freight and shipping documentation. The new team member will be an integral part of the team – Good Excel knowledge (simple formulas) is also key.

My client deal with several different commodities and they pride themselves in taking the pain out of the supply chain. It is the Shipping Co-ordinators responsibility to send / receive all documents to the customers and producers. An eye for detail is key as there will be a lot of checking of documents which are required for customs clearance.

You will have experience in a similar role and have good understanding of freight / container shipments. The role will also include general filing, answering the telephone, assisting the MD and other managers of the company as and where required.

The role – duties and responsibilities

Joining the team as a Shipping Co-ordinator you will be responsible for liaising with the company’s suppliers and business customers. You will be managing your own portfolios of contracts.

Within this role you will be collating shipping documents, raising invoices and ensuring the customer has all required documentation to import their cargo.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate and monitor supply chain operations
  Ensure all shipments are processed in a timely and accurate manner
  Communicate with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to ensure smooth logistics operations
  Perform data entry and maintain accurate records of all logistics activities
  Analyse logistics data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions
  Co-ordinate with third-party logistics providers (3PL) to optimise transportation and warehousing activities
  Monitor and track shipments to ensure on time deliveries
  Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to shipping, receiving, or inventory management

Experience, competencies and knowledge required:

• Familiarity with supply chain management principles and practices
• Understanding of Customs / Export Paperwork and requirements
• A good knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office including Excel
• Extremely organised with a great eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with import / export a huge advantage
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy
• The ability to work well in a busy environment
• Due to office location, a full UK driving licence and own transport is essential

For more information regarding this new and exciting Shipping Co-ordinator opportunity, please apply now! Short-listing will take place soon – don’t miss out!

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.