Shipping Administrator

Shipping Administrator

25,000 - 28,000 per annum

Braintree, Essex

Monday - Friday, 9am-5:30pm

Job Summary:

Are you a dynamic and detail-driven individual with a passion for organisation? We are currently seeking a talented Shipping Administrator to join our client's growing business and provide exceptional support to various teams. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and make a real impact on their operations.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the scheduling of containers from origins to ensure continuous availability of stock against customer forecasts.
• Keep the call-off master list updated, ensuring all call-offs are properly accounted for.
• Promptly chase suppliers on shipments to minimise delays and ensure smooth operations.
• Make timely bookings to warehouses ahead of shipments to optimise free time on docks.
• Manage all stock within warehouses, including handling landed stock, resolving queries, and conducting reconciliations.
• Take charge of order management and invoicing processes.
• Serve as a key point of contact for depot queries, providing excellent customer service.
• Communicate effectively with various teams to address delays, issues, and forecasting concerns.
• Support the Retail Sales Team by ensuring new product development projects stay on track, updating customers, and completing necessary forms.

Experience:

• Proven experience in FMCG or a similar role is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently.
• Basic math skills for handling transactions and analysing sales data.
• Excellent time management skills to effectively prioritise tasks.
• Exceptional communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Our client offers a vibrant and collaborative work environment, where individuals are encouraged to grow and succeed. Join their team and contribute to their ongoing success!

To apply, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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