Export Logistics CoOrdinator in Harrogate

LOCATION: Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1

STATUS: Permanent

HOURS: Monday to Friday, 8.45am until 5.15pm (37.5 hours per week)

My client is seeking a permanent Export Logistics Co-Ordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied workload, international communications and the satisfaction of seeing shipments delivered successfully to global markets.

Are you an organised, detail-focused Export Logistics Co-Ordinator? Would you like to play a central part in ensuring the smooth, compliant and timely movement of products to distributors and partners across the Globe?

If so, you will be collaborating with Manufacturing; Pack Assembly; Finance; Regulatory Affairs; QSHE, Purchasing; and the Distributor Support Team. You will also be working with freight agents and official bodies such as Chambers of Commerce; International Trade Advisors; Border Force and Inspection Companies.

This exciting and varied role, based in the beautiful spa town of Harrogate, offers great long-term career prospects and on-going training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and validate export documentation, invoices, CDS declarations, Dangerous Goods Notes, and certified documents.
• Coordinate FCA/DAP shipments, container bookings, and airfreight with freight forwarders.
• Ensure compliance with customs, payment terms, and customer-specific requirements.
• Provide proof-of-export paperwork to support VAT compliance.
• Manage export-related email traffic and support urgent orders.
• Process Letters of Credit and Documentary Collections.
• Maintain system data (Sage X3, GTA, SharePoint) and archive sales order documentation.
• Setting up new customers, updating product codes and price lists in Sage.
• Processing new orders and amendments through the Distributor Portal and Sage.

Do I have the right skills?

Essential:

• Strong attention to detail with excellent accuracy, record-keeping and documentation skills.
• An understanding of export documentation, international shipping, customs procedures or similar roles.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with freight agents, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer service focus with the ability to interpret and respond promptly to distributor email requirements.
• Good written and verbal English language skills.
• IT literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Outlook) and document management systems such as SharePoint.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines.

Desirable:

• Proficiency with ERP systems such as Sage X3 (or similar).
• An understanding of dangerous goods and associated software (e.g. eGTA).
• Experience completing CDS export declarations.
• Familiarity with Letters of Credit and Documentary Collections, including preparation of compliant bank documentation.
• Experience processing Certificates of Origin through a Chamber of Commerce.
• Previous experience resolving customs queries or shipment holds with Border Force or customs authorities.

As part of an established and supportive Export Logistics team, you will be working in a collaborative environment and you will develop a strong knowledge of international trade and logistics. There are opportunities to learn, grow and contribute to continuous improvement.

The highly competitive package includes:

• Company Pension Plan
• Private Healthcare
• Life Assurance
• Permanent Health Insurance
• 23 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Benefit Hub

If you believe that this job has your name on it, then please let me have your CV as soon as possible. My client is keen to make an appointment in the near future.