Shipping Administrator

Shipping Administrator based in Burnley, Lancashire

Main function is to perform the administration duties and assist the Shipping Co-Ordinator on all projects to ensure the Shipping Team complete smooth execution of Freight via various methods worldwide.

Role specific responsibilities

• Preparing Commercial Invoices & Packing Lists for shipments (Sea Freight, Air Freight, Road Freight, Courier)
• Place bookings with Freight Forwarders for Air, Sea & Road Shipments
• Manage the Import Procedure for all incoming orders into the UK
• Raise Purchase Orders for all Freight / Logistics services
• Liaising with relevant departments (Supply Chain, Workshop, Mobilisation, Projects)
• General administration to include filing / photocopying & scanning / archiving / creating new folders electronically
• Liaising with internal customers on status updates of shipments, internal task management system

Job Specific Education Required:

• Good general education including GCSE in Math’s & English grade A-C.

Work Experience Required:

• Administration experience is essential
• Knowledge of Shipping / Logistics - desirable
• Understanding of UK import procedures - desirable

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Excellent communication & organizational skills
• Excel – Essential
• SAP – Desirable

We look forward to hearing from you