Documentary Coordinator

About the company

Our client is a well-established international trading business specialising in the supply of raw materials and machinery to manufacturing companies worldwide. With a global network of suppliers and customers, the business operates across international trade, logistics and finance.

Your tasks

As a Documentary (Import/Export) Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the efficient execution of international trade contracts, coordinating shipping documentation and liaising with suppliers, customers and internal teams to ensure shipments and transactions progress smoothly.

• Coordinate shipping documentation and support the execution of international trade contracts.
• Liaise with overseas customers, suppliers and internal teams to monitor shipments and resolve queries.
• Prepare commercial and shipping documents in line with international trade requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and update shipment information using SAP Business One.
• Support payment documentation processes, including Letters of Credit.
• Monitor delivery schedules and provide customers with timely updates.
• Assist with invoice processing and document management.

Requirements

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in import/export or international trade looking to develop their career within a global business.

• 2-3 years' relevant experience, ideally within commodities or international trade.
• An understanding of international trade contracts and Incoterms.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Good IT skills, ideally including experience with SAP or an ERP system.
• A proactive, flexible and collaborative approach.

What we offer

Why should I apply? You'll gain valuable exposure to international trade operations, shipping documentation and trade finance, while working within a collaborative, multicultural team. The role offers an opportunity to strengthen your knowledge of global supply chains and develop specialist expertise in documentary operations.

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to join an established international trading business.
• Exposure to global trade, shipping documentation and international supply chains.
• The chance to develop specialist knowledge of Incoterms, Letters of Credit and documentary operations.
• Opportunities to broaden your experience across international trading and commercial operations.
• A collaborative, multicultural working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your career within a specialist area of international trade.

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