Global Trade Administrator — Import/Export & Logistics

Inspire Resourcing Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inspire Resourcing Ltd is seeking a motivated International Trade Administrator to join their established manufacturing business on a permanent, fully onsite basis. You will prepare and process customs entries, manage import/export documentation, and coordinate shipments with freight forwarders and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in global supply chain or import administration, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a global supply chain or import administration role.
• Understanding end-to-end supply chain activities, including inventory management.
• Desirable: formal International Trade/Logistics/Customs Compliance qualification.

Responsibilities

• Review pre-shipment documentation for valuation, origin, description, and quantity.
• Classify products using HS codes and tariff headings.
• Instruct and manage customs clearance brokers with CPC codes.
• Maintain audit trails of customs records and licenses.
• Track open international purchase orders and flag bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders to optimize shipping routes and milestones.
• Update POs in ERP based on supplier schedules.
• Collaborate with Receiving/Warehouse to plan intake with packing lists.
• Investigate supply chain discrepancies and create resolution workflows.
• Own data integrity for logistics fields in ERP.
• Generate weekly Supply Chain KPIs.
• Reconcile freight invoices before submitting to Finance.
• Lodge customs entry forms to clear goods from bonded to free circulation.
• Work with purchasing to manage tariff costs.
• Control warehouse stocks and conduct stock counts.
• Ad-hoc requirements.

Skills

Global supply chain experience

End-to-end supply chain understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Problem-solving

Integrity

Adaptability

Travel: Minimal travel

Education

International Trade qualification / Logistics qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel (advanced)

Job description

The Inspire Resourcing Ltd is seeking a motivated International Trade Administrator to join their established manufacturing business on a permanent, fully onsite basis. You will prepare and process customs entries, manage import/export documentation, and coordinate shipments with freight forwarders and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in global supply chain or import administration, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills.