An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Shipping and Logistics Coordinator to join our Wotton, Surrey site. Reporting to the Global Warehouse and Inventory Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the timely, compliant and cost-effective movement of manufactured and procured products, coordinating parcel and freight shipments across the UK, EU and Rest of World. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 16:30 Onsite: Wotton, Nr Dorking (own transport required due to rural location) What You'll Bring * Book and coordinate all parcel and freight/pallet shipments, selecting the most appropriate carrier and service level for cost, speed and compliance. * Handle shipments for all returns. * Handle import/export compliance, including customs documentation, commercial invoices, and tariff/country of origin classification. * Source, compare and document freight quotes, linking costs to customer invoices * Coordinate weekly shipment consolidation for key accounts. * Maintain delivery schedules, proactively chasing and resolving due date slippage. * Track and report shipment costs, identifying trends or savings opportunities. * Liaise with Sales, Customer Service/Planning, Warehouse and Finance to resolve shipping queries and ensure accurate order fulfilment. * Maintain accurate shipping records and spreadsheets, supporting data integrity for reporting. * Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives within the shipping function. * Ensure all activity complies with relevant health & safety, export control and regulatory requirements. What You'll Bring * Proven experience in a shipping, freight or logistics coordination role, ideally within a regulated or manufacturing environment. * Working knowledge of import/export documentation and trade/customs compliance. * Strong Excel skills; comfortable working with data and spreadsheets daily. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise across departments and with external carriers. * Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. * Able to work independently and as part of a team. * Experience with ERP/WMS systems (specifically Oracle Cloud) is an advantage
Shipping Coordinator in Surrey employer: Azenta Life Sciences
As a Health, Safety, Environmental and Facilities Specialist, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Our company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities to enhance your skills in health and safety management. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a supportive atmosphere where your contributions directly impact the safety standards and environmental practices of our organisation.
