The Role
Prioritise tasks and ensure deadlines for packing and dispatch are met
Ensure any required paperwork is completed and correct
Contribute to the ongoing development of logistical process & procedures to achieve consistency of output, improve efficiency, and reduce waste
Ensuring that shipment requests are processed and actioned in line with agreed turnaround times
Full compliance to customs and HMRC regulations, with regards to commodity codes, customs procedure codes, export control licences, incoterms
Ensure shipment requests are processed accurately and in accordance with HMRC regulations
Processing of shipment requests through SAP and manually, through the SRF (Shipping Request Process)
Respond to requests for clearance instructions from various courier, by creating Customs Clearance Instructions on SAP
Ensure freight forwarder compliance on Single Administrate Document (C88/SAD) completion
Request quotes for shipments to various destinations
Tracking of shipments and updating SAP with Airway Bill details
Completion of Dangerous Goods Declaration, where applicable
Additional support to Shipping Coordinator team
The Candidate
Proven experience in a similar shipping role
Experience in handling export controlled goods
Experience of arranging logistics services for finished goods
Familiar with the processes associated with the ISO9001 standard
Ability to prioritise work load and work independently
Ability to prepare dispatch data in timely manner and meet to deadlines
Ability to work to company mandated processes, offering improvements and input applicable to the role where necessary
Previous experience in using an ERP / MRP system such as SAP, Dynamics, Oracle, Epicor
The Package
Offering up to £30k per annum plus a competitive benefits package.