Import / Export Administrator

Soil Association; Bastia; Hybride; EUR 31 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading sustainability certification organisation is seeking an Import/Export Administrator to join their team in France. This role involves issuing Certificates of Inspection for organic shipments and managing a range of administrative tasks related to import/export. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers hybrid working, competitive benefits, and a chance to contribute to important sustainability efforts.

Prestations

27 days annual holiday

Pension scheme

Free membership of Soil Association

Volunteer days

Flexible working

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and follow procedures.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to empathise with customers and organisational aims.

Responsabilités

• Issue Certificates of Inspection for organic shipments.
• Assist in the exporting and importing of organic products.
• Carry out administrative tasks related to organic certification.

Connaissances

Prioritisation skills

IT literacy

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Description du poste

Import / Export Administrator

Location: Bristol, Hybrid working (Atleast 2 days in office), United Kingdom

Salary: £26,228 per annum FTE

Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)

About our Organisation

Soil Association Certification Ltd exists to accelerate the just transition across food, farming and land use, as a global leader in sustainability certification. We deliver trusted solutions with nature, for people and planet through the certification of high integrity holistic standards. These assurance schemes cover a wide range of sectors including food, forestry, farming, landscape restoration carbon markets, beauty and wellbeing, textiles and catering.

We are recognised and trusted by consumers and businesses around the world, operating in over 60 countries delivering FSC and PEFC certification, and you will also find the Soil Association organic symbol on over 70% of organic products in the UK.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an Importing/Exporting Administrator to join our friendly team to carry out a wide range of administrative tasks in relation to the importing and exporting of organic products. They will be responsible for issuing Certificates of Inspection (COI) needed to accompany organic shipments in a timely and accurate manner and issuing of Textile Transaction certificates needed as part of Global Organic Textile Standard accreditation.

About You

• You will be able to prioritise, work under pressure and meet targets, have the ability to interpret and follow procedures and have a flexible approach to procedure change.
• You will be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team and have the ability to empathise with customers as well as the aims and objectives of Soil Association.
• You will have excellent IT literacy, organisational, and problem-solving skills and exhibit high attention to detail and accuracy in your work.
• You will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

Our Benefits

• 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service
• Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
• Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce

To Apply

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Please note we do not accept CVs or Cover Letters.

We know the value of diversity in nature and want it in our organisation. We recognise that diverse backgrounds and experiences will bring a fresh perspective to our work. If you're not sure about applying, please get in touch with us for a chat.

Thank you for your interest in supporting our work at the Soil Association.