Shipping / Sales Administrator
Willand, Devon | £27,000 – £29,000 per year | Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 | Temporary to Permanent
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is seeking a Shipping / Sales Administrator to join a successful and expanding client in Willand, Devon. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, with a permanent contract offered following successful completion of a maximum 7-week probation period.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in international shipping, import/export administration, or logistics within food, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors. Accuracy, organisation, and proactive problem-solving are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate international imports from origin countries, ensuring documentation is accurate and shipments are tracked.
- Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs agents, hauliers, and port authorities daily to maintain shipment visibility.
- Verify import documents including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, phytosanitary certificates, and certificates of origin.
- Track shipments from loading to delivery, updating ETAs and resolving delays or documentation issues.
- Arrange UK inland transport, ensuring safe delivery to processing facilities.
- Support export shipments to EU and global customers, preparing paperwork and coordinating with freight partners.
- Maintain accurate shipping records, landed cost data, and traceability information for food safety compliance.
- Support the Sales Logistics Coordinator with stock processing and sales orders.
- Work directly with hauliers to arrange customer deliveries and collections.
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in international shipping, import/export administration, or logistics.
- Knowledge of sea freight, customs procedures, Incoterms, and import controls.
- Excellent communication skills, able to manage multiple agents and suppliers across different time zones.
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.
- Competent in Microsoft Office and ERP/logistics systems.
What’s on Offer
- Stable and growing business with long-term international supply chains.
- A role offering ownership and visibility across the logistics and supply chain operation.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Supportive team environment within a well-established UK manufacturer.
Interested?
Apply now with your up-to-date CV to secure your place in this international logistics role.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
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