Shipping Coordinator

Manpower; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is currently seeking a Temporary Maternity Cover Shipping Coordinator in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics and shipping operations and will be responsible for coordinating shipping activities, creating export documentation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong computer literacy and a vocational diploma in logistics are essential. This role is vital for ensuring timely delivery of export orders.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in logistics, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in shipping operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipping activities to meet required shipping and delivery dates.
• Oversee the creation and verification of export shipping documents.
• Communicate customer specific instructions to guarantee timely shipment processing.
• Validate materials meet conformity standards prior to dispatch.
• Implement and maintain written procedures for export transportation.
• Perform checks for compliance with transport regulations and company policies.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Logistics experience

Export coordination

Shipping operations

Strong computer literacy

Education

Vocational Diploma in Logistics

Tools

SAP

Job description

Manpower are currently recruiting for a Temporary Maternity Cover Shipping Coordinator on behalf of our client based in Ashford. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in logistics, export coordination, and shipping operations who are looking to join a well?established organisation and play a key role in ensuring compliant and timely delivery of export orders.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipping activities, including selecting transportation methods, scheduling pickups, and liaising with carriers to meet required shipping and delivery dates.
• Oversee the creation and verification of export shipping documents in SAP, ensuring full alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Communicate customer specific instructions to distribution and shipping teams to guarantee timely and compliant shipment processing.
• Work closely with Quality Control to validate that materials meet conformity standards prior to dispatch.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining written procedures for export transportation and documentation.
• Perform systematic checks to ensure compliance with local and international transport regulations, customs requirements, and internal company policies.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Academic Background

• Vocational Diploma in Logistics

Professional Experience

• 2-3 years' experience in logistics, ideally within a manufacturing environment
• Experience in shipping operations (preferred)

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of the transportation supplier landscape
• Knowledge of local and international safety and security regulations for materials/products
• Understanding of supply chain processes and dependencies
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing/production processes
• Strong computer literacy