Shipping Coordinator

JS Recruitment UK; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Shipping Coordinator in Wakefield. You will manage import shipments, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate has experience in logistics, excellent Excel skills, and a proactive approach. This permanent role offers a salary of £30,000 - £33,000 plus bonuses, with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Long-term career progression

Early Friday finish

Company perks

Death in service cover

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in shipping, imports, or logistics preferred.
• Proficient in Excel; confident using Word and Outlook.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import shipments for timely delivery and accurate documentation.
• Manage customer debit notes and resolve related queries.
• Prepare shipping invoices and process supplier payments.

Skills

Experience in imports, shipping or logistics

Strong Excel skills

Excellent organisational skills

Multitasking skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-focused and proactive

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (Grade C+)

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Shipping Coordinator - Wakefield

What's on Offer

• £30,000 - £33,000 per year plus bonus scheme
• Permanent role with long‑term career progression
• Early Friday finish, company perks, and death in service cover
• Supportive, down‑to‑earth team culture
• Opportunity to make an impact in a fast‑paced environment

The Role

Reporting to the Shipping & Credit Control Manager, you'll coordinate import shipments to ensure timely delivery, accurate documentation, and efficient processes. You'll also support sales forecasting, customer debit note resolution, and supplier/freight payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling and tracking import shipments, liaising with overseas offices, agents, and factories
• Preparing shipping invoices and ensuring container loadings meet company targets
• Negotiating airfreight quotes and processing supplier/freight payments
• Monitoring sales forecasts, analysing variances, and supporting board reporting
• Managing customer debit notes and resolving queries promptly
• Maintaining accurate records and databases for shipments, suppliers, and sales

What You'll Bring

• Experience in imports, shipping or logistics
• Strong Excel skills; confident with Word and Outlook
• Excellent organisational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Detail‑focused, proactive, and able to work independently
• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English (Grade C+)

Why This Role?

This is a hands‑on, varied role in a fast‑paced, thriving business. If you enjoy coordinating import shipments, solving problems, and working as part of a collaborative team, this role is perfect for you.