Stores & Shipping Coordinator

United In Recruitment Ltd; Middleton; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Stores and Shipping Coordinator to oversee logistics operations, including shipping and material management. The ideal candidate will have transport operations knowledge and experience arranging local transport for materials. This role offers a salary of around £30k DOE along with benefits such as 25 days holiday, pension contributions, and on-site facilities.

Benefits

On-site parking

Free tea/coffee

Hearing & eye tests paid

25 days holiday + stats

Pension with 3% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Experience arranging transport for materials and subcontractors is essential.
• Training or experience in export and import shipping is required.
• Valid driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate stores and shipping activities.
• Book transport for materials.
• Arrange export and import shipping.
• Maintain health and safety standards.
• Manage incoming materials.
• Ensure PPE availability.

Skills

Knowledge of transport and stores operations

Excellent organization skills

Good IT proficiency

Awareness of health and safety standards

Job description

Overview

My clients are the name that embodies the ultimate quality in rubber and plastics engineering throughout the world. They have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Stores and Shipping Coordinator.

Salary: around £30k DOE

Working hours: 8:00–16:30, Monday to Thursday; 8:00–15:00 on Fridays.

Benefits and facilities: on-site parking, free tea/coffee, workwear/uniform, hearing & eye tests paid, WeCare support system, 25 days holiday + stats, pension with 3% employer contribution.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate stores and shipping activities to ensure smooth operation and material flow
• Book local transport to move materials to sub-contractors
• Arrange export and import shipping and handle related documentation
• Maintain health and safety standards in stores
• Follow procedures for goods booked in and stored
• Manage incoming materials and keep stock levels accurate
• Ensure PPE is available and issued according to procedures
• Keep stores organized and clear
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and good IT proficiency
• Drive a valid licence (must drive)

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge of transport and stores operations
• Experience arranging local transport for materials and sub-contractors
• Training or experience in export and import shipping
• Awareness of health and safety in stores
• Ability to follow procedures for goods receipt, storage, and stock control
• Maintains accurate stock levels and ensures PPE availability
• Excellent organization and IT skills
• Valid driving licence required