Shipping Coordinator – Sandbach – Hybrid Role

Seeking an experienced and highly organised Shipping Coordinator to join a growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong background in international shipping, import/export operations, and customer service.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the movement of goods across global markets, ensuring shipments are handled efficiently, documentation is accurate, and customers receive outstanding support throughout the shipping process.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage import and export shipments from booking through to final delivery.
• Prepare, review, and process shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, customs paperwork, and related export/import documentation.
• Monitor vessel schedules and shipment progress, ensuring all movements are tracked and communicated effectively.
• Manage individual loads and shipments, ensuring deadlines and customer requirements are met.
• Liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, ports, customs agents, and other logistics partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, providing regular updates and resolving any shipment-related issues.
• Work closely with traders and commercial teams involved in purchasing and selling goods.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure spreadsheets and internal systems are kept fully up to date.
• Monitor shipping costs, transit times, and operational performance.
• Identify and resolve logistical challenges quickly and efficiently.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a Shipping Coordinator, Shipping Administrator, Logistics Coordinator, or similar shipping-related role.
• Strong knowledge of import and export procedures and international shipping documentation.
• Experience handling Bills of Lading and customs-related paperwork.
• Proven ability to monitor shipments, vessels, and cargo movements.
• Experience dealing with individual cargo loads and shipment scheduling.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Experience working with the UK, European, and Chinese markets.
• Ability to work effectively with traders, suppliers, and commercial teams.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and maintaining accurate spreadsheets and records.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week

Hybrid role

Salary £33,000-£38,000

If you have a strong shipping background, excellent organisational skills, and experience managing international import and export operations, we would love to hear from you.

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