Import / Export Supply Chain Coordinator

2 weeks ago


SuttonInAshfield, United Kingdom World of Sweets Full time

World of Sweets are one of the UK’s leading confectionery suppliers, our ranges include a large range of branded chocolates, American novelty sweets and wholesale pick and mix. We are part of a group of companies with various brands such as Hancocks Cash & Carry, Bonds of London and Bobby’s Foods

We’re passionate about meeting our customers’ needs and working as a team to grow our business. So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to make an impact in an ambitious company that’s built its way up from humble beginnings, you could be the person we’re looking for.

We are currently looking to recruit 2 Import / Export Supply Chain Coordinators to join our Supply Chain Team based at our Sutton-in-Ashfield (NG17 5LN) site.

This is a new opportunity to be an integral part of an inspiring and dedicated team, supporting the wider Supply Chain function of a successful, international confectionery brand.

**Scope and Purpose of Role**:
You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities relating to the import and export of products and the international transportation of goods.

You will be required to do so in a cost-efficient manner and meeting the timeliness requirements of our customers and internal stakeholders.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Importing and Exporting**:

- Overseeing day to day operations of import and export and maintaining efficiency within the team
- Creating import and export instructions for live shipments
- Manage changes associated with upcoming changes from CHIEF to CDS (CDS Exports will come into effect September 2023). Import origins are worldwide including the EU, Brazil, US, Turkey and Asia
- Liaison with supply chain stakeholders to ensure timely provision of all information and documentation required for import and export clearances
- Working with internal departments to make sure all information is correct regarding Customs Compliance
- Liaising with suppliers and freight forwarders to ensure the process happens with regards to facilitating import and export shipments
- Support on Customs related projects as and when required
- Reconciliation of monthly data from HMRC with regards to Duty and VAT
- Maintain relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders and key stakeholders
- Support on accreditations and compliance requirements
- Obtain evidence for export shipments and to make sure the export entry has been closed
- Regular internal audits of import and export entries, ensuring 100% compliance with customs regulation
- Prepare data so Customs can be completed without delay to the shipment / transport provider
- TSS customs declarations
- VAT exemptions in line with HMRC
- Have a good knowledge of EU and Global import and export procedures / requirements
- Understand shipping systems and documentation requirements (incoterms / CPC Procedures)

**Logistics**:

- Plan and execute the most efficient ways of transporting goods by sea freight or road freight
- Arranging routes, schedules, bookings and collections
- Booking cargo space with carriers
- Generation of supplier purchase orders and internal transfer requests to fulfil customer orders

**Customer Service and Communications**:

- Ensure a high level of customer service is maintained
- Speaking to customers and their agents to ensure they are always aware of the status of their orders and shipments can be processed without delay
- Liaising with warehousing teams to make sure customer requirements are met and understood
- Advising stakeholders regarding shipments and bookings. Maintain ETAs in the ERP system and proactive communication of any significant changes

**Team and Personal Development**:

- Take personal ownership of your development, that develops your skills and experience to perform with current and future roles
- To develop and encourage the development of individuals
- To embrace change and support initiatives to improve service and cost

**General Support & Other**:

- To provide support for other team members in periods of absence or holiday
- To assist the wider supply team or to support with any other business need as required
- Assist with the maintenance of accurate master data within the ERP systems

**Person Specification**:

- Excellent attention to detail and a capable problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions
- Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, being proactive and adaptable
- Experience in import, export, customs, logistics or freight forwarding preferrable
- Proficient in Microsoft office packages, especially Excel and Outlook
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Customer Service / Supply Chain understanding
- Good communication and influencing skills. Using this to build good and lasting relationships with all key stakeholders including the customer service team

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Supply chain:



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