Shipping / Sales Administrator

Willand, Devon | £27,000 - £29,000 per year | Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is seeking a Shipping / Sales Administrator to join a successful and expanding client in Willand, Devon. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, with a permanent contract offered following successful completion of a maximum 7-week probation period.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in international shipping, import/export administration, or logistics within food, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors. Accuracy, organisation, and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international imports from origin countries, ensuring documentation is accurate and shipments are tracked.

• Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs agents, hauliers, and port authorities daily to maintain shipment visibility.

• Verify import documents including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, phytosanitary certificates, and certificates of origin.

• Track shipments from loading to delivery, updating ETAs and resolving delays or documentation issues.

• Arrange UK inland transport, ensuring safe delivery to processing facilities.

• Support export shipments to EU and global customers, preparing paperwork and coordinating with freight partners.

• Maintain accurate shipping records, landed cost data, and traceability information for food safety compliance.

• Support the Sales Logistics Coordinator with stock processing and sales orders.

• Work directly with hauliers to arrange customer deliveries and collections.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in international shipping, import/export administration, or logistics.

• Knowledge of sea freight, customs procedures, Incoterms, and import controls.

• Excellent communication skills, able to manage multiple agents and suppliers across different time zones.

• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.

• Competent in Microsoft Office and ERP/logistics systems.

What's on Offer

• Stable and growing business with long-term international supply chains.

• A role offering ownership and visibility across the logistics and supply chain operation.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Supportive team environment within a well-established UK manufacturer.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV to secure your place in this international logistics role.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.