Shipping Administrator

Seismic Limited; Desford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A shipping logistics company in Desford is looking for a Shipping Administrator for a 12-month contract. The role involves providing administrative support to the Shipping team, processing freight invoices, and analyzing shipping performance metrics. Candidates should have experience in a transportation-related administration role and be proficient in MS Office, especially Excel. This role requires strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least a year’s experience in a similar administration role within transportation accounting.
• Knowledge of Incoterms and Freight terms is essential.
• Proficient in Excel to create pivot tables and use V-lookups.

Responsibilities

• Support core functions of the Shipping team.
• Ensure freight invoices are processed only when services have been provided.
• Collate metrics and perform analysis related to shipping performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis skills

Communication skills

Team Player

Organisational skills

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Shipping Administrator

Desford LE9 (Onsite Role)

12 Month Contract - likely to extend and be rolling for the right person

37.5 hours a week: 7-3 or 8-4 Monday - Thursday, 5½ hours with a 7am or 8am start on a Friday

Up to £16.86 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £23.09

Can you read and understand invoices and documentation for international Shipping purposes? Do you know what an Incoterm is? Do you have an eye for detail and always strive to work to the best of your ability? If “yes” and you like working in a fast-paced environment, this might just be the opportunity you’ve been looking for…

We’re looking for a Shipping Administrator to join our client’s Global Shipping department in Desford to provide administrative support to the Shipping team, initially on a 12-month contract which is likely to extend and be rolling for the right person!

What will the Shipping Administrator do?

• Support core functions of the Shipping team
• Ensure freight invoices are only processed when the actual service has been provided
• Process freight invoices related to inbound/outbound material which fluctuates in line with production volumes
• Collate Metrics, analysis and general administration related to freight invoices and shipping performance
• Focus on Continuous improvement and completing 1PD's to support process improvements

What experience does the Shipping Administrator need?

• At least a year’s experience in a similar administration role within transportation accounting background
• Knowledge and understanding of Incoterms and Freight terms
• Proficient Knowledge of MS Office applications including Excel, Access, PowerPoint & Word
• Excel (create pivot tables, use v look ups & formulas), good data analysis skills within excel
• Effective and confident communication skills to liaise with various levels of the organisation
• Team Player – this is key as you will work closely with others to achieve agreed objectives
• Good administrative skills as well as excellent organisation and time keeping skills plus an eye for detail and the ability to work very accurately and continually strive to improve processes

To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.