Job description
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Shipping Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.
Contract Duration: 12 Months (and then ongoing thereafter)
Hourly Rate: 24.72ph (Umbrella)
Shipping Officer Job Description:
To liaise and work closely with our export control team, local customs officers and freight forwarders. To deliver a benchmark export and shipping service to the business.
Timely delivery of product in line with project demands.Creation, completion and management of documentation required to effect export deliveries, to include, transport documents, hazardous goods note, customs formalities etc.Topicality of Import, Export and Transport RegistersLiaise with transport both UK and International.Undertake Imports and report Intrastats as required.Promotion of functional excellenceAssist Export Control Department in compliance with regards to Export LicencesMaintain topicality with all transport legislation up to and including prohibited weapons levelIdentify process improvements to create an efficient and cost effective serviceDay to day knowledge of all movements from site
Skillset/experience required:
Detailed knowledge of export legislationAbility to adapt style of communication to ensure effective delivery of serviceInterpersonal skills across different business functionsStrength of character not to deviate from process when other demands conflict.Used to working under pressure, liaising with team leaders and other stakeholders across the business to drive productivityExperience with SAPStrong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft applicationsExperience within an Engineering/Manufacturing organisation