Freight & Supply Chain Administrator in Rossendale

COMPANY BACKGROUND: Slingco is an award-winning supplier of installation tools for the energy infrastructure industries, including Utility, Oil & Gas, and Renewables. With over 40 years of industry heritage, we serve customers in over 80 countries worldwide from our head office in the UK and a distribution center in the United States. Our products are used in safety-critical applications across various markets, including oil & gas, civil engineering, aerospace, transport, utilities, marine/offshore, and the military. Precision and care are paramount in our work. We design and manufacture to the highest specifications, testing to destruction, and ensuring compliance with stringent international standards. At Slingco, our goal is to create innovative, high-quality products that our customers can depend on, while providing a positive experience for both customers and employees. Our core values drive our work, culture, and commitment to innovation. BENEFITS: £27,764 per annum - Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Company Pension – Enhanced Employer Contributions Life Insurance Free Parking Gym Membership Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Loan Scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) POSITION SUMMARY: Provide administrative support for all freight planning and processing activities across air, sea, and road transport on a global scale. This includes accurate documentation, understanding international customs regulations, and managing online freight portals. Additional responsibilities include assisting other members of the supply chain team as needed. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the end-to-end shipment process, from receipt of collection/shipping instructions to delivery at the designated port or inland location. Maintain accurate records of all freight documentation. Coordinate shipments across air, sea, and road, ensuring compliance with customs regulations. Work closely with Procurement, Sales, and Freight Agents to meet customer delivery expectations. Communicate with suppliers and warehouses post-order to coordinate shipments and address customer requirements. Keep internal stakeholders informed throughout the order lifecycle, highlighting schedule changes and adapting to new requirements. Liaise with shipping lines and freight forwarders to ensure compliance and timely receipt of transport documents. Arrange third-party documentation via shipping line accounts, Chambers of Commerce, and trade portals. Prepare and dispatch shipping documents to customers or banks according to payment terms. Create and manage purchase orders with freight partners. Adjust sales order shipment dates if estimated arrivals do not match requested delivery dates. Manage online freight portals for visibility of in-transit stock and update ERP systems with accurate delivery information. Provide general administrative support to the global planning team as needed. Assist Purchasing in expediting goods from suppliers. Review US purchase orders monthly to identify potential expedites or deferrals, coordinating actions with the supply chain team. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strategic thinking and task prioritization skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond calmly to issues. Excellent communication skills — professional, articulate, and effective, especially with non-native English speakers. High confidentiality and discretion. Strong organizational skills; capable of managing multiple tasks and tight deadlines. Self-motivated and independent worker. Resilient and adaptable, especially for long order cycles. Proactive problem-solver with risk assessment skills. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of international shipping procedures, documentation, Incoterms, and HS codes (desirable). Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (highly desirable). #J-18808-Ljbffr