An Assistant Office Manager is required to coordinate the shipping office function of a specialist provider, for a permanent and full time role in Elland. Sayjo Recruitment Ltd are acting on behalf of their client, a successful distributor offering unique products through complex channels globally. As a Shipping Key Accounts Controller, you will ensure import, export and letters of credit are managed at the core of the service, alongside customer communications and administration.
This role will offer a clear career path into management as part of a succession plan for a valued member of staff.
Role & Responsibilities:
* Liaising with Suppliers and Customers – ensuring real time communications on shipping, stock and customs.
* Dealing with stock and sales enquiries including the processing of complex orders and product details.
* Managing pricing enquiries and updates.
* Administration of accurate and timely customs documentation, declaration forms and licence forms, ensuring successful passing of custom clearance.
* Forward production planning and communication throughout to stakeholders.
* Processing and ownership of shipment and freight bookings for import and exports.
* Producing Letters of Credit. (training can be provided)
* Stock purchasing and stock control.
* Control of Bonded Warehouse.
* Monthly stock checks / Annual stock taking.
* Preparing and sending customer invoices.
* Prepare monthly sales figures / report.
* Year-end reports for Finance Director.
* General admin jobs and office duties.
Personal Attributes:
* With the planned progression for this role, we are looking for someone looking for a long-term job opportunity, with great career progression within the first 10 months.
* Able to work in a small, busy, friendly, team environment.
* Excellent Microsoft office skills.
* Organised, methodical and has good attention to detail.
* Previous experience of import and export is essential for this role.
Hours of Work:
8.30 – 5.15pm Mon to Thurs, 8.30am – 4.30pm Fri with 1 hour lunch each break each day.
Salary & Benefits:
* £32k to £35k dependant on experience
* Holiday
* Pension
* Health & Wellbeing
* Subsidised canteen
* Free parking
* Planned progression
If you have the skills and experience we are looking for. Please apply with an up-to-date CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss this opportunity in more detail