Shipping Officer

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Shipping Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.

Contract Duration: 12 Months (and then ongoing thereafter)
Hourly Rate: 24.72ph (Umbrella)

Shipping Officer Job Description:

To liaise and work closely with our export control team, local customs officers and freight forwarders. To deliver a benchmark export and shipping service to the business.

• Timely delivery of product in line with project demands.
• Creation, completion and management of documentation required to effect export deliveries, to include, transport documents, hazardous goods note, customs formalities etc.
• Topicality of Import, Export and Transport Registers
• Liaise with transport both UK and International.
• Undertake Imports and report Intrastats as required.
• Promotion of functional excellence
• Assist Export Control Department in compliance with regards to Export Licences
• Maintain topicality with all transport legislation up to and including prohibited weapons level
• Identify process improvements to create an efficient and cost effective service
• Day to day knowledge of all movements from site

Skillset/experience required:

• Detailed knowledge of export legislation
• Ability to adapt style of communication to ensure effective delivery of service
• Interpersonal skills across different business functions
• Strength of character not to deviate from process when other demands conflict.
• Used to working under pressure, liaising with team leaders and other stakeholders across the business to drive productivity
• Experience with SAP
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft applications
• Experience within an Engineering/Manufacturing organisation