We are currently recruiting for a full-time Export Administrator / Office Administrator for one of our prestigious clients based in the Eastbourne / Newhaven area. The role-holder will be based in their busy distribution centre, from which they export their products to over 85 countries worldwide. The main purpose of the role is to ensure that all administration for customer orders are processed in compliance with international and UK shipping regulations in an efficient, cost effective and timely manner. An immediate start is available for the right candidate and training will be given. Main Responsibilities: To support the management of the Central Distribution Warehouse, including the shipping administration team and warehouse Ensure that all despatches are completed on a daily basis and that accurate freight charges are applied to invoices To book all customers freight forwarders upon receipt of paperwork and ensure that all relevant export documentation is attached to accompany goods To ensure that all outstanding collections are monitored on a weekly basis and forwarders chased on collections not made To administer an effective booking system with customers/forwarders for smooth running of the Central Distribution Warehouse To ensure that all invoice files are filed correctly with all required paperwork. With all necessary certificates of shipments on a daily basis. Proof of export obtained where necessary To ensure that Despatches and reporting are complete at the end of each working week and meeting with relevant despatch teams To assist with the shipping/importing of container shipments to Brightwell –Inc. To assist all Departments with any queries they may have with regards to their international and UK customer’s shipments To continually review and update on Legislation with regards to International Shipping and our Obligations as an organisation As a registered document signer, provide export documentation service as required Keep up-to-date with developments in business information and legislation affecting export What We’re Looking For: Strong administration skills, ideally previous knowledge/experience of international shipping to global markets Some experience of administering a central distribution warehouse or similar environment, with a knowledge and understanding or ability to learn commodity/tariff codes and legal obligations/terms Problem solving skills Computer literate - experienced using Microsoft office, especially Word and Excel Excellent communication skills and a confident telephone manner Strong organisational and administrative skills Be able to work on own initiative as well as part of the team Ability to work under pressure Results driven What’s on Offer: Salary: up to £27,000 per annum depending on experience Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm (one hour lunch break) Free on-site parking Temp to perm opportunity If you have strong administration experience and are willing to learn some of the above aspects, please apply with your CV or call Max or Lea on (01273) 597999 for more information. We look forward to hearing from you