Rosyth, United Kingdom
Job Description
Responsible for planning and executing Rosyth's daily shipment operations, ensuring regulatory compliance for imports & exports while supporting cross‑functional teams with documentation and logistics queries.
Responsibilities
* Daily shipment planning and execution.
* Ensuring all shipping records and documentation are kept for future HMRC audits.
* Providing loadout assistance to Project Mangers to ensure accurate and timely project dispatch.
* Manage customs clearances for imports and exports, liaising with approved brokers, suppliers and clients.
* Create, review and issue all Rosyth shipping documentation such as commercial invoices and packing lists.
* Review shipping documentation such as Airway Bills, Bill's of Lading and CMR's to ensure accuracy.
* Respond to logistics and minor trade compliance queries from internal teams and external partners.
* Prepare and compare quotes for logistics movements, coordinating with carriers and freight forwarders.
* Raise and manage logistics purchase orders under $10K spend.
* Arrange for hazardous goods to receive correct packing and labelling.
* Ensure accuracy of HTS (harmonized tariff schedule) classifications and maintain classification records.
Qualifications
DESIRED
* Chartered Institute Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or studying towards CIPS qualification.
* Professional certifications (e.g., Shipping Dangerous Goods, Customs or Trade Compliance) are advantageous.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
* Practical experience in export/import operations and customs procedures.
* Knowledge of HTS classification system and hazardous shipping regulations.
* Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
* Experience preparing logistics quotes and managing freight purchase orders.
* Ability to communicate clearly especially with customs brokers and carriers.
* Proactive problem‑solving skills and ability to work under tight timelines.
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem‑solving skills to solve problems in an efficient and timely manner.
* Competent in ERP System.
* Self‑motivated and able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* Customer service experience, responding promptly to client needs.
* Planning and organising priorities and planning work activities.
* Adaptability to changes in the work environment.
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