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Talent-UK are recruiting for our client who are based in Elland ( HX5) for a Temporary Shipping Coordinator or Manager at their distribution site on a full time temporary basis.

You MUST HAVE sea and air shipping experience and understand the regulations

Job role -

* To project a professional, competent and efficient image of the Company at all times.

* To ensure deliveries of exported goods are effected to our customers’ satisfaction in the most cost effective manner.

* To ensure imported goods are shipped/delivered to our satisfaction in the most cost effective manner.

* To prepare and ensure documentation and admin are appropriate and conform to all regulations and requirements, including LC’s and “banking” documents.

* To ensure colleagues are aware of any shipping-related specifics which may affect our business

* To prepare freight quotations and in doing so check package and pallet weights and dimensions.

* To prepare pro-forma invoices where required eg, for SGS inspection.

* To negotiate with freight suppliers to ensure competitive rates and performance.

* To develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating effectively with them as required.

* To adhere to and effectively meet all departmental and individual targets without adversely jeopardising other areas of the business.

* To maintain all relevant computer records for their allocated products

Skills required -

Experience (Essential/Desirable)

Chemical Industry - Desirable

Export/Import procedures/legislation - Essential

Air/Sea DG Regulations - Essential

This vacancy is advertised on behalf of Talent-UK Ltd who are operating as an employment agency/business, we are an equal opportunities employer, Your application will be sent to us for review, at which stage we will be in touch to discuss your details further. We will not submit your CV until you have been briefed on the position and we have your consent to do so