Shipping & Dispatch Coordinator

Shipping, Dispatch and Goods-In Assistant

Cheadle Hulme area

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Shipping/Despatch Coordinator to join a very well recognised organisation at their office near Stockport.

THIS IS A FULL TIME, LONG TERM TEMP\’ POST – ONGOING TERM!

12 MONTHS +

Hours:

7.45 4.30 Monday to Thursday

7.45- 11.45am on a Friday.

Job Role;

– Oversee and coordinate orders and shipping

– Run and maintain the Duty Management System

– Liaise with customers and freight forwarders to arrange shipments and organise paperwork

– Update in house systems, tracking orders, negotiating with suppliers / freight companies to reduce costs wherever possible

– Keep on top of filing, ensuring all files have the necessary proof of export

– Raise purchase orders in line with agreed rates

– Create all export shipping documents and ensure that products are classified through the customs tariff

– Declare and book in imports, exports, commodity codes, code new items and enter new codes for customers etc.

– Deal with complaints or any queries that may arise

Skills / Experience Required;

– Previous experience in a similar role is essential

– Excellent attention to detail

– Good communication and negotiation skills

– Experience of speaking with freight forwarders on a regular basis and managing the shipment process