Shipping Officer

We require a Shipping Officer to fill a long term contract assignment based in Stevenage (full time on site)

Candidates will need to have experience of working for an engineering/manufacturing company and be eligible to attain UK Eyes Only SC clearance.Responsibilities:To liaise and work closely with our export control team, local customs officers and freight forwarders. To deliver a benchmark export and shipping service to the business Role requirements Timely delivery of product in line with project demands. Creation, completion and management of documentation required to effect export deliveries, to include, transport documents, hazardous goods note, customs formalities etc. Topicality of Import, Export and Transport Registers Liaise with transport both UK and International. Undertake Imports and report Intrastats as required. Promotion of functional excellence Assist Export Control Department in compliance with regards to Export Licences Maintain topicality with all transport legislation up to and including prohibited weapons level Identify process improvements to create an efficient and cost effective service Day to day knowledge of all movements from site Skillset/experience required: Detailed knowledge of export legislation Ability to adapt style of communication to ensure effective delivery of service Interpersonal skills across different business functions Strength of character not to deviate from process when other demands conflict.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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