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Import/Export Shipping Co-ordinator
Office based, Corby, Monday - Friday with early Friday finish
A growing manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Import/Export Shipping Coordinator to manage the smooth and efficient movement of goods to and from international customers and suppliers. This role offers room for growth and progression, as it is a stand-alone position within the business and not part of a large import/export team.
This is a varied role suited to someone with experience in import/export or shipping, who is organised, commercially aware and confident managing multiple shipments.
Key responsibilities:
- Coordinate import and export shipments by road, sea, air and courier.
- Prepare and check shipping, customs and export documentation.
- Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, suppliers and customers.
- Arrange collections, deliveries, packing, labelling and associated shipping requirements.
- Monitor shipments, resolve delays and keep stakeholders updated.
- Maintain accurate shipment records, freight costs and delivery information.
- Review freight invoices and support cost reconciliation.
- Ensure shipments comply with relevant customs and international shipping requirements.
Required experience:
- Experience in international shipping, freight forwarding, logistics, and customs
- Recent experience in import/export co-ordination and documentation
- Good understanding of shipping documentation, customs processes and Incoterms.
- Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Confident communicating with external suppliers, freight partners and internal teams.
- Good Microsoft Office and ERP/system skills.
- Manufacturing industry experience would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of customs classification, rules of origin or export controls would be a bonus, but is not essential. xgikmsk
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business and take ownership of a varied international shipping function, with scope to develop your knowledge and responsibilities as the business grows.
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