Import Administrator

Aspire Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local fabric distributor in Manchester City Centre is seeking an Import Administrator to support the Head of Imports with administration duties across supply chain and purchasing. This role involves daily logistic tasks, creating export documentation, and liaising with departments. The ideal candidate has experience with imports, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for detail. This position offers flexible working hours and a generous bonus package.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Generous bonus payment

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• High attention to detail.
• Methodical approach to the job.
• Ability to work on their own initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily logistic administration tasks using Excel.
• Create replenishment and stock movement orders.
• Liaise with internal transport and sales departments.

Skills

Previous experience with imports and exports worldwide

Excel and Microsoft Office knowledge

Attention to detail

Ability to work to deadlines

Good communication skills

Job description

Import Administrator
£28k
Manchester City Centre
Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a small, friendly fabric distributor based in Manchester City Centre. The Import Administrator will support the Head of Imports with general administration duties across supply chain, purchasing and import administration.

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily logistic administration tasks using Excel:
• Creating replenishment and stock movement orders
• Printing customer orders, delivery notes and invoices
• Creating Export documentation for overseas customer orders
• Processing Import declarations using 3rd party freight forwarders
• Arranging overseas transport via container and air freight
• Produce reports through Excel
• Liaising with internal transport and sales departments
• Support other operational administrative tasks

Person Specification:

• High attention to detail.
• Methodical approach to the job.
• A can‑do attitude.
• Good team player.
• Ability to work on their own initiative.
• Good telephone manner

This company offers flexible working hours, a generous bonus payment and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Previous experience with imports and exports worldwide, including a good knowledge of HS codes, Incoterms and preferences
• Excel and Microsoft Office knowledge
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Meticulous with good attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to work within a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to communicate at all levels within the business and with customers

Send your CV to Annalee Wood at Aspire Recruitment today if working in an administration position in the city centre is what you are looking for?

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