Job Title: Shipping and Logistics Coordinator
Location: Wellington
Salary: £35,000-£42,000 DOE to be discussed on application
Hours: Up to 30 hours - flexible on start and finish times dependant on the candidate
Benefit Package:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Annual Company Bonus based on performance
Cycle2Work scheme
Up to 2 days per year for volunteering
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Death in service insurance (4 x salary after probation)
The Company
A successful and growing technology-led manufacturing business that designs and supplies specialist products and solutions to a diverse range of industry sectors. Known for its focus on innovation, quality and customer service, the company offers a collaborative working environment and continues to invest in new technologies, people and processes to support its ongoing growth.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare commercial invoices, packing lists, and export documentation for international shipments.
Ensure shipping information is accurate and complete before dispatch.
Maintain import, export, and customs records in line with company procedures.
Support customs administration, including inward processing, temporary exports, repairs, warranty returns, and returned goods.
Obtain and maintain commodity codes, country of origin information, and customs data.
Coordinate certificates of origin and destination-specific documentation.
Escalate complex customs, export control, sanctions, and regulatory issues when necessary.
Arrange domestic and international shipments through freight forwarders, couriers, and logistics providers.
Obtain freight quotations and identify cost-effective shipping solutions.
Investigate and resolve shipment delays, customs queries, freight discrepancies, and delivery issues.
Coordinate product movements between customers, suppliers, repair facilities, and service locations worldwide.
Review freight invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy.
Develop and manage relationships with freight forwarders, couriers, and logistics providers.
Ensure compliance with UK customs requirements and international shipping regulations.
Follow company procedures relating to customs valuation, commodity classification, country of origin, and Incoterms.
Maintain shipping and customs records for audits, customer requests, and regulatory compliance.
Support the onboarding and management of freight forwarders, couriers, and customs service providers.
Identify opportunities to improve freight costs, documentation accuracy, delivery performance, and customer service.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Experience in international logistics, import/export customs, and trade compliance.
Strong knowledge of UK/EU customs procedures, commercial invoices, commodity codes, country of origin requirements, and Incoterms.
Experience managing freight forwarders, couriers, and customs brokers.
Understanding of export controls, sanctions compliance, and strategic goods regulations.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, accuracy, and stakeholder management skills.
Next Steps:
If this sounds like you then either apply online , email your CV to (url removed) or call the office on (phone number removed) for a chat with Vicky.
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