Job Description

2020 Recruitment are working with our engineering client who are looking for a Shipping Co-Ordinator to join their team based in Inverurie.

Initially this will be a 24-month contact with a view to extending at the end of this period.

This role is ideal for someone with experience of international logistics to join a global client within the oil & gas industry.

The Role

As Shipping Co-Ordinator you will ensure relevant documentation has been prepared and recorded allowing products to be delivered without interruption leading to Client satisfaction by efficient and economical movement of products.

Duties & Responsibilities

As the Shipping Co-Ordinator your duties and responsibilities will include the following:

* Ensure movement of goods, imports & exports is in compliance with HMRC policy.

* Organise the shipment of import and export orders: obtaining quotes from freight agents, preparing all relevant documentation, liaising with other departments to obtain information as required

* Adhere to shipping compliance procedures & Incoterms regulations

* Complete accurate documentation such as commercial invoices and dangerous goods notes and shipping orders in line with regulations according to the country of destination

* Plan and co-ordinate transportation of items and manage the timely flow of customer orders and with focus on accuracy, efficiency and time management

* Prepare customer invoices for export orders

* Assist in preparation of audits/inspections both internal company and by external bodies.

* Liaising with Sales Department and Warehouse personnel for special order requirements and shipping information

* Complete month end reports for accounts department

* Maintenance of HMRC records, both imports and exports, updating OA filing system / archiving etc.

* Address order flow or shipping delays and quality control issues, such as damaged or improperly packed goods

* Complete daily shipping and receiving logs

* Document and escalate any customer service issues and/or shipping/receiving errors

Requirements

To be considered for the Shipping Co-Ordinator role you must have the following skills and experience:

* HND in a relevant business qualification or equivalent

* Solid knowledge of logistics import & export procedures including customs procedures

* Experience within a similar position

* ERP knowledge, essential (sage & Epicore desirable)

* Strong IT skills

Package

As the Shipping Co-Ordinator you will be offered the following package:

* Pay rate of up to £16.60 PAYE

* Minimum of a 24 month contract

* Overtime

* Potential Travel

* Company incentives

Apply

To apply for this position or to learn more about the role please contact Robert Gilchrist at 2020 Recruitment by phone or email