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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.
