Shipping Administrator
| Posting date: | 19 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 June 2025 |
| Location: | Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9HY |
| Company: | Manpower UK Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | BBBH414727_1750343490 |
Summary
My client based in Lichfield is currently recruiting for an experienced Shipping Administrator to join their team on a temporary basis working Monday-Friday 10:00-16:00 paying £12.21 per hour weekly pay
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Shipping Administrator with a strong background in freight and logistics to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end freight booking processes, liaising with carriers and freight forwarders, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. A solid understanding of Incoterms and international shipping documentation is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and book international and domestic shipments with freight forwarders and couriers (air, sea, and road).
- Monitor and track shipments, proactively chasing up ETAs, and updating internal teams accordingly.
- Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and compliant, including invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and bills of lading.
- Maintain accurate records of shipments and provide timely updates to relevant departments.
- Liaise with internal departments (sales, purchasing, production) to align shipping schedules with business requirements.
- Ensure adherence to customs, import/export regulations, and Incoterms 2020.
- Resolve any shipment-related issues or delays by communicating effectively with freight partners.
- Support general administrative duties within the logistics and supply chain team.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a shipping or logistics administration role, preferably in a freight forwarding or logistics environment.
- Solid understanding of Incoterms and international shipping procedures.
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiar with logistics or ERP systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Knowledge of customs documentation and procedures is advantageous
IF THIS IS OF INTEREST PLEASE APPLY ONLINE OR CALL RUBIE NOW ON 07484 029332