Shipping Office Assistant

Sofidel S.p.A. What is the role? Sofidel UK currently recruiting for a dynamic and exciting Shipping Office Assistant to join our team in Leicester. The role will be based at our Integrated Plant in Hamilton however, some flexibility on travelling to our sister Plant in Rothley is required for the role. Working on a full-time permanent position predominantly working Monday – Friday, due the nature of our business there may be the requirement to work alternative hours and/or weekends. This role would suit a confident administrative professional with strong experience operating in a busy logistics or customer facing environment. If you are an experienced Shipping/Transport professional looking for a new challenge, then why not join one of Europe’s most reputable paper hygiene manufacturers? Hours of work Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 14:00 What you\’ll be doing? Issue the transport documents and relative travel documents for all outgoing goods from the Plant Create the picking/loading list for the warehouse ensuring accuracy Communicate with wider company departments on any issues that arise Identify differences noted on the sales order of goods that are to be delivered and liaise with the relevant departments to rectify the issues Check the weight of shipped products against the value recorded on the system Identify differences in weight of shipped products compared to the registered value on the system Work in conjunction with relevant departments to problem solve and rectify differences on the system Support the corporate departments requiring assistance on topics of distribution logistics Guarantee the correct management of relevant processes in accordance with the group policies and procedures. Administrate and file all documentation produced ensuring compliance with company procedures Promote a safety-bound corporate culture. Apply the Corporate Principles and Values What you will need: Attention to detail and accuracy Good communication/telephone skills Ability to work in an organised manner Good IT skills / computer literate Deal with multiple tasks and prioritise SAP knowledge advantageous Ability to work within a team to solve problems and issues Previous experience of working in a transport/shipping department is desirable What you’ll get in return: Competitive Salary Discounted staff shop Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Private Healthcare 23 days annual leave (rising to 25 after 2 years) + Bank Holidays