Export Specialist + £30-£32k + Permanent role + Manufacturing/ Engineering sector

Our client based in Manchester are looking for an Export Specialist to join them at their manufacturing site based just outside of Manchester City Centre.  

Vital to the success of the business, the role is to assist in the smooth running of goods moving in & out of the country and being accountable for their arrival to our clients facilities. To process daily freight movements as required. Ensuring the correct paperwork is in place for shipments and their exporters. Also to ensure the right equipment is collected by the shippers to be transported around the world.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Working as part of a team to deliver satisfaction in logistics for all accounts within remit.
• Allocating stock to bookings and process shipments in accordance with the SOP.
• To complete customs procedures, and work with appointed routed agents and company operated services.
• Prepare and provide documents to customers in accordance with the terms of shipment SOPs.
• Continuously monitor shipments from the point of receipt through to delivery
• To use great interpersonal and customer care skills to build relationships with clients and answer questions / queries as they arise in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work in a fast-paced targeted environment.
• To escalate any problems as they arise and seek to find solutions.
• Liaising with various suppliers in the UK and sending the freight via courier or air freight
• Arrange transportation for all outgoing shipments both Domestic and Export
• Prepare required shipping documentation for all export shipments.
• Ensure compliance with Letters of Credit and other shipping regulations.
• Update ERP, logistics and shipping software data as needed.
• Ensure for proper coordination with logistics providers.

Qualifications and key skills:

• GCSE ( or equivalent) in Maths and English – A-C Grade
• Previous experience shipping manufactured goods in EMEA & North America
• Experience in shipping dangerous goods would be an advantage but is not essential to the role.
• Previously worked in a manufacturing & services environment
• Dynamic individual who is eager to progress
• Tenacious, completer finisher with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft office package.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer care skills.
• Be able to multitask and prioritise.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure.

Other Duties:

• To apply and practice unit rules and regulations and comply with contractual requirements and handbook policies
• To apply and practice Health and Safety instructions and regulations
• To apply all Statutory requirements as instructed
• Embrace, demonstrate and promote good customer service at all times
• Undertake a programme of personal development in line with the company process
• Undertake any other duty deemed reasonable by your manager