Our client is looking for an experienced Import & Export Coordinator to join their growing team. This is a varied role suited to someone with a background in international logistics, import/export administration or customs who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail is essential.

You’ll be responsible for coordinating the movement of goods across international borders, ensuring shipments are properly documented, systems are kept up to date and any issues are dealt with efficiently.

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Who are we?

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We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Coordinating import and export activity from initial arrangements through to delivery.
• Preparing, reviewing and maintaining shipping and customs documentation.
• Working with suppliers and logistics partners to make sure shipment information is accurate and complete.
• Monitoring deliveries and keeping relevant stakeholders updated on progress.
• Liaising with freight forwarders, customs agents and other third parties to resolve queries and minimise delays.
• Investigating and resolving issues relating to shipments, documentation and customs clearance.
• Maintaining accurate information across internal systems and ensuring records are kept up to date.
• Supporting colleagues with queries relating to deliveries, shipping arrangements and international orders.
• Working with Finance and other internal departments where required on areas such as freight costs, duties and VAT.
• Assisting with the coordination of shipping methods, delivery timescales and stock requirements.
• Producing and maintaining reports relating to international shipments and logistics activity.
• Keeping up to date with relevant customs, import/export and international trade requirements.
• Providing support to the wider Customs and Trade Compliance function on projects and process improvements

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Ideal Candidate

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• Previous experience within import/export, international logistics, shipping or a similar environment.
• Good knowledge of import and export documentation and customs processes.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to administration.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and external partners.
• The ability to investigate problems and find practical solutions.
• Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and internal business systems.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.

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Ready to take the next step in your logistics career? Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity!

If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.

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