Export Coordinator

Morgan Gray; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier based in Bury St Edmunds is seeking an Export Coordinator to join their Despatch Team. You will oversee the distribution of goods, manage documentation, and coordinate with freight forwarders. Ideal candidates have an administrative background in export or logistics and strong organizational skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and additional benefits including life assurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

4x salary life assurance

Pension scheme with contributions up to 7.5%

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative role within export, logistics, or transport.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external freight providers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the distribution of finished goods as per export schedules.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including customs clearance paperwork.
• Liaise with freight forwarders for quotations and shipment arrangements.
• Manage documentation related to export shipments via various modes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Job description

Export Coordinator
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Contract: Permanent Full-time (37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday - lunchtime finish Friday)

A leading global supplier of exported goods based in Bury St Edmunds is currently seeking an Export Coordinator to join their experienced Despatch Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in export, logistics, or transport to further develop their career in a supportive and well-established business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the distribution of finished goods in line with daily export schedules.
• Prepare and generate shipping documentation, including customs clearance paperwork.
• Liaise with freight forwarders to obtain quotations, book shipments, and arrange collections.
• Manage, organise, and file all documentation related to export shipments via land, sea, and air.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in an administrative role within export, logistics, or transport.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to liaise effectively with internal teams and external freight providers.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system would be an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 4x salary life assurance
• Pension scheme with contributions up to 7.5%