Shipping Specialist
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
- Cambridge
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2022
- Closes
- 14 Jul 2022
- Sectors
- Travel & Tourism
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Our client is seeking a Shipping Specialist to provide Shipping administrative support to MADG businesses. This can include imports, exports arranging logistics and always ensuring customs compliance procedures are met.
Founded in 1909, the Group has a turnover of GBP2.6bn and over 6,300 employees. Headquartered on a 900-acre site in Cambridge, they are a unique private company committed to making a difference through providing support and services to its growing customer base.
At its core, they are determined to develop and deliver long-term value whilst also noticeably contributing to making Cambridge a better place.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Shipping & Logistics administrative support to MADG
Ensure best shipping option is taken for the specific requirement.
Co-ordinating with supply & shipping teams on delivery times, schedules & management of risk
Import and export parts and aircraft in accordance with company procedures and HMRC and DTI legislation.
Issue commercial invoices, packing lists and arrange other shipping documents such as certificates of origin, bill of lading, CMR notes etc.
Tracking shipments from collection through to successful delivery.
Advising all internal customers of progress and status in movement of goods
Regular liaison with internal customers, stakeholders, logistics companies freight forwarders and other service providers as required
Filing / organising shipping documentation to enable easy reference complied AEO standards
Qualifications
Essential:
GCSE in English and Mathematics or equivalent
Accuracy and a keen attention to detail
A strong communicator, able to work well in a team
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Experience of inputting and using business systems e.g. ERP
Excellent MS Excel Skills
Demonstrates a positive attitude to change and contributes to new ideas and improved ways of working
Preferred:
Experience of international shipping, logistics or freight forwarding gained within a busy and challenging business environment
Additional information
The successful Candidate will be required to hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Duties may also involve occasional UK and overseas travel at short notice passport and driving licence are required
Founded in 1909, the Group has a turnover of GBP2.6bn and over 6,300 employees. Headquartered on a 900-acre site in Cambridge, they are a unique private company committed to making a difference through providing support and services to its growing customer base.
At its core, they are determined to develop and deliver long-term value whilst also noticeably contributing to making Cambridge a better place.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide Shipping & Logistics administrative support to MADG
Ensure best shipping option is taken for the specific requirement.
Co-ordinating with supply & shipping teams on delivery times, schedules & management of risk
Import and export parts and aircraft in accordance with company procedures and HMRC and DTI legislation.
Issue commercial invoices, packing lists and arrange other shipping documents such as certificates of origin, bill of lading, CMR notes etc.
Tracking shipments from collection through to successful delivery.
Advising all internal customers of progress and status in movement of goods
Regular liaison with internal customers, stakeholders, logistics companies freight forwarders and other service providers as required
Filing / organising shipping documentation to enable easy reference complied AEO standards
Qualifications
Essential:
GCSE in English and Mathematics or equivalent
Accuracy and a keen attention to detail
A strong communicator, able to work well in a team
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Experience of inputting and using business systems e.g. ERP
Excellent MS Excel Skills
Demonstrates a positive attitude to change and contributes to new ideas and improved ways of working
Preferred:
Experience of international shipping, logistics or freight forwarding gained within a busy and challenging business environment
Additional information
The successful Candidate will be required to hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Duties may also involve occasional UK and overseas travel at short notice passport and driving licence are required