Import/Export Coordinator

AVIC Cabin Systems (UK) Limited; Waterbeach; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the UK is seeking a candidate for roles involving the processing of shipments, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations, and managing logistics documentation. The ideal candidate should have strong problem-solving skills, familiarity with the Evolution System for stock movement, and excellent communication abilities in English. Flexibility in working at different sites and meeting production goals is essential. This position offers a chance to work within a dynamic environment and contributes to the efficiency of global shipments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy department managing workload efficiently.
• Ability to interrogate systems and focus on stock movements.
• Calm and confident in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with import/export procedures.
• Process shipments and maintain accurate documentation.
• Negotiate cost-effective shipment methods.

Skills

Problem-solving

Logistics compliance awareness

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Education

Excellent standard of English

Tools

Evolution System

Job description

Purpose

Process shipments to and from global customers and suppliers, compliantly and cost‑efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to all import and export procedures and controls
• Obtain relevant shipments details to complete document compliance
• Process shipments to and from global customers and suppliers
• Ensure accurate paperwork completion as per customers and country specific requirement
• Control the company IPR register, maintain local records and assist monthly reviews
• Auditing of import declarations to ensure compliance with HMRC procedures
• Provide support in preparation for HMRC import/export compliance audits
• Resolve queries/shipments and commit to see through to completion
• Monitor production schedule and liaise with nominated ex‑works carriers to ensure timely collections which will meet agreed ODD schedules
• Recognise and react to the urgency of customer orders ensuring all turnaround times are met
• Negotiate the most cost‑effective shipment method

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The successful job holder will be expected to perform varying tasks as required by their line manager & the overall objectives of the organisation.

Knowledge

• Ability to interrogate Evolution System with particular focus on stock movement transactions
• Awareness of logistics compliance and quality management
• Ability to calmly problem solve
• Calm and confident with problem solving skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office suite, with particular attention to Excel and Outlook

Education

• Excellent standard of English

Professional Experience

• Experience working within a busy department, managing and prioritising workload efficiency.

Other Material Requirements

• Flexibility to work at all sites as required - this can be achieved remotely
• Willing to work hours necessary to ensure production goals are achieved.

Numerous positions at AVIC Cabin Systems UK LTD are governed by security and export control regulations. These rules indicate that elements such as your nationality/ any prior nationalities you may have held, and your birthplace can influence the positions you are qualified to undertake within the organisation. All candidates must at least meet the baseline personnel security standard. Additionally, certain roles demand elevated levels of National security vetting.

Avic Cabin Systems UK Limited is an equal opportunities employer