Cogent Staffing
Cogent Staffing is recruiting on behalf of a global manufacturing and distribution company based in Elland for a Shipping Administrator.
Salary/package:
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00
- £31,000 – £37,000 dependent on experience – must have supervisory or managerial experience to be considered for the higher range.
- This is a temporary ongoing role (there is possibility of a permanent contract for the right person).
The role:
- Create Certificates of Origin in the Chamber of Commerce portal.
- Prepare documentation for customer and customs clearance.
- Share shipping schedules and vessel details with customers.
- Upload and send shipping documents using the CARGOX platform for business in Egypt.
- Produce invoices and packing lists, coordinating UK logistics for deliveries to international consolidators.
- Liaise with customers on Ex Works collections, providing necessary details.
- Chase non-standard documents, such as pallet fumigation statements.
- Possibly process haulier purchase orders for invoices.
- Investigate errors in orders.
- Enter orders in F&O.
The candidate:
- A keen interest in logistics and international shipping.
- Some experience in shipping, logistics, or a related field
- Ideally has supervisory or managerial experience in a similar capacity.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence in using MS Office
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with customers and suppliers.
- Proficiency in relevant software and platforms (experience with CARGOX is a plus).
- Previous experience in shipping, logistics, or related fields is preferred.
At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.
We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.
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