We are recruiting an experienced Import/Export Administrator to join a busy operations team. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on import/export experience who is confident using Excel and Sage and who preferably has exposure to the food industry and an understanding of HACCP requirements.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate import and export shipments from booking through to delivery, working with carriers, freight forwarders and customs brokers
Prepare and check shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin and other regulatory paperwork
Ensure compliance with customs and regulatory requirements, apply correct commodity codes, Incoterms and duty classifications
Maintain accurate records of shipments, costs and stock movements using Excel and Sage; generate reports and assist with invoicing and reconciliations
Liaise with internal teams (warehouse, procurement, sales) to resolve shipment issues and manage timelines
Monitor shipment status, track delays and proactively communicate updates to stakeholders
Support food-safety related documentation and controls where applicable, ensuring compliance with HACCP and other relevant standards
Identify process improvements to streamline import/export administration
Skills and experience required
Proven import/export administration experience, ideally within a fast-moving environment
Good Excel skills
Experience using Sage for purchase/sales ledger and stock control
Good working knowledge of shipping documentation and customs procedures
Preferable: experience in the food industry and familiarity with HACCP principles and related documentation
Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders
Proactive problem solver with a customer-focused approach
Interested?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to start, click to apply today and a member of our team will be in touch!
