Morson Talent are working closely with one of the UK's key defence suppliers based in Stevenage. Our client are looking for a Shipping Officer to join them on an initial 12 month fixed term basis. Rates: £17.50 - £18.40 PAYE Bracket OR £23.51 - £24.72 Umbrella Bracket Monday - Friday 37 hours a week (with an early finish on Fridays) Initial 12 month contract with the strong likelihood of extension SC, can start on BPSS - UKEO Full Time Onsite Job Summary - Used to working under pressure, liaising with team leaders and other stakeholders across the business to drive productivity - Experience with SAP - Strong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft applications - Experience within an Engineering/Manufacturing organisation Responsibilities: To liaise and work closely with our export control team, local customs officers and freight forwarders. To deliver a benchmark export and shipping service to the business Role requirements - Timely delivery of product in line with project demands. - Creation, completion and management of documentation required to effect export deliveries, to include, transport documents, hazardous goods note, customs formalities etc. - Topicality of Import, Export and Transport Registers - Liaise with transport both UK and International. - Undertake Imports and report Intrastats as required. - Promotion of functional excellence - Assist Export Control Department in compliance with regards to Export Licences - Maintain topicality with all transport legislation up to and including prohibited weapons level - Identify process improvements to create an efficient and cost effective service - Day to day knowledge of all movements from site Skillset/experience required: - Detailed knowledge of export legislation - Ability to adapt style of communication to ensure effective delivery of service - Interpersonal skills across different business functions - Strength of character not to deviate from process when other demands conflict. ADZN1_UKTJ