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Shipping Coordinator
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 33,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Shipping Coordinator – Wakefield
We’re partnering with a busy, growing business in Wakefield that’s looking for a Shipping Coordinator to join their supply chain team. If you’re organised, proactive and have experience with import shipments, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of coordinating shipments, managing sales forecasts, and resolving customer accounts.
What’s on Offer:
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💷 £30,000 – £33,000 per year plus bonus scheme
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📦 Permanent role with long-term career progression
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💼 Early Friday finish, company perks, and death in service cover
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🤝 Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
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🚀 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:
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Scheduling and tracking import shipments, liaising with overseas offices, agents, and factories
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Preparing shipping invoices and ensuring container loadings meet company targets
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Negotiating airfreight quotes and processing supplier/freight payments
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Monitoring sales forecasts, analysing variances, and supporting board reporting
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Managing customer debit notes and resolving queries promptly
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Maintaining accurate records and databases for shipments, suppliers, and sales
What You’ll Bring:
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Experience in imports, shipping or logistics
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Strong Excel skills; confident with Word and Outlook
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Excellent organisational, multitasking, and communication skills
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Detail-focused, proactive, and able to work independently
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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 youBefore You Apply
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