Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.
A superb opportunity has arisen to join our busy Administration Department where you will be supporting the wider team with a variety of duties, including customer service.Are you an experienced Administration Assistant with exceptional attention to detail, fast and accurate keyboard skills, ideally already working in a Freight Forwarding setting? Are you seeking an exciting new challenge? If so, please read on…
Here at Simarco, we believe that people are the heart of our business. It is their professionalism, dedication and experience that continues to be at the core of our success!
The Simarco Culture and values…
~ Communication ~ Innovation ~ Accountability ~ Integrity ~
Job Title: Administration Assistant
Location: Witham, Essex
Salary: Current market rate
Hours: Monday to Friday / 9am to 5.30pm
Key duties & Responsibilities:
* Working out charging on files from sales and purchase orders including customer charges and agency charges.
* Controlling the admin e-mail
* Providing good customer service to customers regarding any queries and POD’s.
* Liaising with agents
* Chasing purchase invoice queries and keep an updated track on their progress
* Purchase invoice passing
* Maintain effective administration
Key Skills and Qualifications to succeed in this role:
* Background within a freight forwarding setting would be advantageous.
* Proficient in Microsoft programs such as Word & Excel
* Ability to learn new systems easily
* Follow the companies SOP’s for compliance
* High level of customer service
* Ability to work with others as part of a team
* Highly numerate
* Good organisational skills to manage workload
* Ability to work under pressure
* High attention to detail
We can offer you:
* We offer a highly competitive salary
* 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
* Company Pension Scheme
* Discount platform including discounted gym membership
* Full training and support
* Cycle to work and Tusker scheme
* Regular engagement initiative including treat days!
* Learning Management System for continuous learning
* Mental health forum in place to support with well being
* Simarco Stars – rewards and recognition
Simarco International is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and a respectful working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and we value the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. We are driven by our core values of Integrity, Communication, Accountability, and Innovation, which influence how we work, collaborate, and grow as a business.