**Job Title:** Shipping Coordinator
**Location:** Redditch
**Pay:** £12.00 - £12.50 per hour
**Contract:** Temp for 12 weeks with a view to go Perm
We are recruiting on behalf of our client in Redditch for a skilled and detail-oriented Shipping Coordinator. This temporary role, with the potential to become permanent. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end shipping process, including preparing all required documentation, managing export compliance, and coordinating timely, cost-effective shipments. This position requires a proactive approach to maintaining shipping standards, resolving customer concerns, and driving continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have relevant shipping experience, strong SAP skills, and an understanding of freight logistics and compliance.
Responsibilities:
⦁ Create and provide all required shipping documentation.
⦁ Monitor and maintain departmental costs freight, packing/crating etc.
⦁ Plan and direct product shipped in timely and cost-effective manner and satisfies requirements.
⦁ Manage the packing of goods in accordance with customer requirements and country regulations.
⦁ Support the export compliance process for the Redditch site to satisfy Gardner Denver legal, UK and follow regulations.
⦁ Apply for and process export licences.
⦁ Preparation of export documents, Letters of Credit presentations, packing lists, delivery notes and invoices.
⦁ Ensure all records are maintained and provided as and when required by regulatory body or security agency.
⦁ Review and resolve customer complaints.
⦁ Observe compliance/shipping policies and procedures to enhance customer satisfaction.
⦁ Update import/export trade compliance changes and identify/provide appropriate changes
⦁ Negotiate rates with freight companies and service providers.
⦁ Attend sales/production meetings.
⦁ Support Contracts and Projects Team.
⦁ Use of SAP.
⦁ Place purchase orders to suppliers.
⦁ Drive continuous improvement.
⦁ Provide cover for the department in sickness and holidays.
⦁ Adherence to company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
**Experience / Qualifications: **
⦁ Experience in a similar role
⦁ Experienced using SAP
⦁ Understanding of Shipping companies and service providers.
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