Job Description
Shipping Clerk - 6 months - Ware
We are currently seeking a highly organized and proactive Despatch Coordinator to join our team on a 6-month contract. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end despatch process, ensuring that all shipments are accurate, on time, and meet both company standards and customer expectations.
This role plays a critical part in our logistics operation, requiring strong coordination between internal teams, external suppliers, and customers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and schedule daily despatch activities to meet tight delivery deadlines.
* Prepare and manage shipment schedules for efficient goods transportation.
* Verify outgoing shipments against customer orders and documentation.
* Ensure all items are correctly labelled, packaged, and meet quality standards.
* Communicate with customers, carriers, and internal departments to confirm delivery requirements and resolve queries.
* Provide stakeholders with updates on delivery status, delays, or issues.
* Prepare and process all required shipping documents (invoices, packing lists, delivery notes, etc.).
* Ensure legal, safety, and regulatory compliance for all shipments (domestic and international).
* Collaborate with warehouse teams to manage inventory allocation and stock levels.
* Monitor and report any inventory discrepancies or shipment damage.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Previous experience in a despatch or logistics coordination role.
* Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* Proactive problem-solving abilities.
* Understanding of logistics and transportation processes.
* Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word).
* Experience with ERP/WMS systems (eg, SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
Shipping Clerk - 6 months - Ware