Export Coordinator- Leeds

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global dairy cooperative based in Leeds is looking for an Export Coordinator. The role involves managing export documentation and coordinating orders. Ideal candidates will have strong business administration expertise, proven skills in export management, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension contribution matched up to 6%

Free onsite Gym

Free on-site parking

Discounted products in Staff Shop

Flexible Benefits

Opportunity for international travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing export documentation and order processing.
• Process-driven and analytical mindset.
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support with the coordination of orders and administrative tasks within the Export function.
• Ensure compliance with export documentation processes.
• Act as the order contact for international & local markets.

Skills

Business administration expertise

Export documentation management

Strong computer literacy

Proficient in SAP

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Job description

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application stage)
• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• 4 x annual salary life assurance
• Free to use onsite Gym
• Free on-site parking (with electric charging points)
• Access to discounted products in our Staff Shop
• People agenda commitment to training and development
• Flexible Benefits- buy up to 5 days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• Opportunity for international travel
• Most importantly - Cheese hamper at Christmas!

How will you make an impact?

Reporting to the Commercial Director- Milk and Trading, you’ll support with the coordinator of orders and other administrative tasks within the Export function.

Some of your key responsibilities will include;

• Strict adherence to the Exports Documentation Process Flow requirements and timescales
• Ensuring order compliance in line with the relevant regulatory bodies
• Ensuring aligned ways of working with global stakeholders to enable On Time In Full (OTIF) deliveries
• Acting as the order contact for international & local markets and providing status updates
• Direct sales order processing, aiming at meeting and or/exceeding service level targets
• Cooperating with markets to understand end market compliance and regulatory requirements

What will make you successful

We’re looking for an individual with strong business administration expertise combined with proven experience in managing export documentation and order processing.

A process-driven and analytical mindset, paired with a proactive and flexible approach, will be essential. You should demonstrate a positive “can do” attitude, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent organisational and time management skills.

Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office, is required, along with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Please note: during peak period, you may occasionally be required to work weekends to help meet demand.

Would you like to join us?

For more information please contact Olivia Pine, Talent Acquisition Partner at Arla Foods. The closing date for this position is the 21st November 2025 and only CV’s sent directly via the link will be considered.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.