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.