75 Shipping jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title:  Shipping Administrator
Rate :  Up to 35k/40k  pro rata
Location:  Bromborough

Temp 2 Months – Immediate Start

Aspion are currently recruiting on behalf of our well-established client based in the Wirral area whoa re looking for an immediate Shipping Administrator to join their team for 3 – 4 months, could go permanent depending on the needs of the business

The Shipping Administrator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the daily shipping operations of the company. This includes processing shipping documentation, liaising with freight providers, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing administrative support to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, commercial invoices, and export declarations.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments in line with company policies and customer requirements.
• Communicate with carriers, freight forwarders, and couriers to schedule pickups and deliveries.
• Track shipments and proactively address any delays or issues that arise.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments and associated paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with import/export laws and regulations.
• Liaise with internal departments (sales, production, warehouse) to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Manage and monitor inventory of shipping supplies.
• Assist with freight cost analysis and provide recommendations for cost optimization.
• Handle customer and supplier inquiries regarding shipping and delivery.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a logistics, shipping, or supply chain role.
• Strong knowledge of domestic and international shipping procedures and documentation.
• Familiarity with customs regulations and Incoterms.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and shipping/logistics software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Hours Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm

At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data – These can be viewed on our website.

• Providing general administration support across internal teams
• Managing and updating order records and documentation
• Communicating with suppliers, customers, and colleagues via phone and email
• Producing and maintaining spreadsheets, reports, and delivery notes
• Supporting coordination of deliveries and collections (liaising with carriers and forwarders as needed)
• Handling returns paperwork and liaising with the warehouse team
• Ensuring accurate data entry in internal systems and CRM

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Comfortable handling multiple admin tasks and prioritising workloads
• Previous experience in an office, logistics, manufacturing or service admin role is desirable
• Familiarity with Sage, SAP or other ERP/CRM systems is a bonus (not essential)

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Company pension scheme (5% employer / 3% employee)
• Cycle to work scheme and eyecare support

Are you a meticulous and adaptable individual with a knack for logistics? We're looking for a Shipping Coordinator to join our dynamic Supply Chain team in Peterborough. This is a pivotal role where you'll be instrumental in ensuring our products reach our global customers efficiently and compliantly.

As a Shipping Coordinator , you'll be a key player in planning, arranging, and processing shipments for our worldwide customer base. You'll work closely with carriers and customers to ensure smooth operations from dispatch to delivery.

• Arrange shipments of products to customers based on available stock.
• Coordinate with carriers and customers to establish collection schedules.
• Send all essential documentation for shipments to the necessary contacts.
• Prepare, submit, and record export entries for goods sent overseas.

We're looking for someone who embodies Service Excellence , Accuracy and Attention to Detail , Flexibility and Adaptability , and has a strong understanding of Import/Export and Transportation .

Specifically, you'll have:

• Service Excellence: A commitment to exceeding customer needs and expectations, providing excellent service directly and indirectly. You'll be skilled at resolving common customer problems and responding to unexpected requests with urgency.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: The ability to complete tasks with high precision, learning from mistakes, and using checklists to ensure error-free information.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: A comfort with change, adjusting to new assignments and processes, and an openness to different opinions and approaches.
• Import/Export Knowledge: Experience with the issues, procedures, and practices of importing and exporting, including completing required documentation for repetitive transactions and ensuring compliance with HMRC.
• Transportation Knowledge: Familiarity with arranging transportation of goods, ensuring on-time shipments, and resolving shipping problems. You'll have experience with at least one transportation mode and carrier.

• Experience working with HMRC duty suspension schemes .
• Familiarity with regulatory procedures like Incoterms and SOX.

If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Location: Peterborough, PE1 5NA.

To apply, please use the apply button below or call Danielle on (phone number removed).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Description

Job Description:

This role sits within the Supply Chain team based in Peterborough and will be a key player in planning, arranging and processing shipments to our global customer base.

Responsibilities:

- Arrange for shipments of products to be dispatched to customers based on available product

- Working with carriers and customers to agree collection schedules

- Send all relevant documentation for the shipments to the necessary contacts

- Prepare, submit and record the export entry for goods sent overseas

Service Excellence:

Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.

Level Working Knowledge:

- Provides a quality of service that customers describe as excellent.

- Resolves common customer problems.

- Responds to unexpected customer requests with a sense of urgency and positive action.

- Provides direct service to internal & external customers.

Accuracy and Attention to Detail:

Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Level Working Knowledge:

- Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy.

- Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned.

- Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free.

Flexibility and Adaptability:

Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.

Level Working Knowledge:

- Adjusts to new or changing assignments, processes, and people.

- Demonstrates willingness to listen to other opinions.

- Identifies and considers alternative approaches to situations or problems.

Import/Export:

Knowledge of issues, procedures, tools and practices of importing and exporting; ability to import and export goods to and from international locations.

Level Working Knowledge:

- Completes all required export documentation for repetitive transactions.

- Ensures all export entries remain compliant with HMRC and identifies and corrects any errors.

Transportation:

Knowledge of transportation; ability to transport materials and goods to manufacturing facilities and customers.

Level Working Knowledge:

- Participates in arranging transportation of goods.

- Ensures on time shipments; anticipates and resolves shipping problems.

- Works with at least one type of transportation mode and carrier.

Skills

• Logistics
• import
• exports
• shipping
• Sap
• Data entry
• Inventory
• Supply chain

Job Title: Shipping Coordinator

Location: Peterborough, UK

Job Type: Contract

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Shipping Coordinator

30,000 - 35,000

Portsmouth

Monday to Friday- Early finishes on a Friday

Wild Recruitment are pleased to be partnered with a unique business in their search for a Shipping Coordinator to join their growing team.

We are looking for someone who has experience in a Shipping, Freight or Logistics position

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate end-to-end shipments

• Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and warehouses

• Track shipments and proactively resolve any delivery or documentation issues

• Oversee and implement HMRC Compliance changes

• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and accurate completion of all necessary documentation

• Maintain shipping records, update ERP systems, and generate status reports

• Collaborate with procurement, customer service, and operations teams to meet delivery deadlines

• Provide exceptional communication and problem-solving support to clients regarding shipment status

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a logistics, shipping, or freight-forwarding role

• Knowledge of international trade terms, customs processes, and transport documentation

• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities

• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal

• Proficiency in logistics software or ERP systems is a plus

If you would like to know more about this role please get in touch with Shannon Preston at Wild Recruitment today or APPLY!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Escape Recruitment is working with our client in West Lothian to recruit a Shipping Coordinator to join their established team. This is a key role supporting the efficient movement of goods across multiple transport modes including road, rail, sea, and air.

What you'll be doing

• Co-ordination freight and transport operations
• Quality check all internal paperwork required for shipment
• Produce and manage all necessary certification and shipping documentation
• Liaise with shipping and transport providers to resolve any issues
• Prepare export reporting and compliance
• Maintain accurate records in the internal systems
• Track and monitor shipping spend and maintain within shipping budgets
• Liaise with internal teams as required

The ideal candidate

• Previous experience in a shipping/logistics/export coordination role
• Familiarity with multi-modal transport (road, rail, sea, air)
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Confident IT skills including ERP systems
• Able to work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders

A client of ours in the Bury St Edmunds area are recruiting a Temporary Shipping Administrator to join their team ASAP. This is a full-time, office-based position working Monday to Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 8:00am - 12:30pm, paying a negotiable salary depending on experience.

Your key duties in this Shipping Administrator role will include but are not limited to:

* Arranging distribution of finished goods in line with the daily shipping schedule
* Generating and collating shipping documentation for UK and international shipments
* Booking collections and producing shipping labels in line with carrier guidelines
* Liaising with customers, freight forwarders, and 3rd party carriers
* Managing proof of delivery (POD) documentation and assisting with invoicing

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this role:

* Previous experience in a shipping/logistics or dispatch environment
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Confident working with shipping software and documentation
* Knowledge of international shipping compliance and customs requirements

Great Benefits to working for this company include:

* Early finish on Fridays
* Supportive team environment
* Opportunity to gain experience in a global manufacturing business
* Immediate start date

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Shipping Admin position, please apply with your CV and Laura at Prime Appointments will be in touch. #officejobs

Job Title:  Shipping Administrator
Rate :  Up to 35k/40k  pro rata
Location:  Bromborough

Temp 2 Months – Immediate Start

Aspion are currently recruiting on behalf of our well-established client based in the Wirral area whoa re looking for an immediate Shipping Administrator to join their team for 3 – 4 months, could go permanent depending on the needs of the business

The Shipping Administrator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the daily shipping operations of the company. This includes processing shipping documentation, liaising with freight providers, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing administrative support to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, commercial invoices, and export declarations.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments in line with company policies and customer requirements.
• Communicate with carriers, freight forwarders, and couriers to schedule pickups and deliveries.
• Track shipments and proactively address any delays or issues that arise.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments and associated paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with import/export laws and regulations.
• Liaise with internal departments (sales, production, warehouse) to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Manage and monitor inventory of shipping supplies.
• Assist with freight cost analysis and provide recommendations for cost optimization.
• Handle customer and supplier inquiries regarding shipping and delivery.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a logistics, shipping, or supply chain role.
• Strong knowledge of domestic and international shipping procedures and documentation.
• Familiarity with customs regulations and Incoterms.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and shipping/logistics software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Hours Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm

At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data – These can be viewed on our website.

• Providing general administration support across internal teams
• Managing and updating order records and documentation
• Communicating with suppliers, customers, and colleagues via phone and email
• Producing and maintaining spreadsheets, reports, and delivery notes
• Supporting coordination of deliveries and collections (liaising with carriers and forwarders as needed)
• Handling returns paperwork and liaising with the warehouse team
• Ensuring accurate data entry in internal systems and CRM

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Comfortable handling multiple admin tasks and prioritising workloads
• Previous experience in an office, logistics, manufacturing or service admin role is desirable
• Familiarity with Sage, SAP or other ERP/CRM systems is a bonus (not essential)

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Company pension scheme (5% employer / 3% employee)
• Cycle to work scheme and eyecare support