Shipping Admin Assistant - Maternity Cover

Aylesford, England, United Kingdom , Fixed-term

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

Say hello to the bridge between our brand and our amazing customers and partners. The distribution centre is responsible for the supply and delivery of our products to every point of sale across our global business. The team is dynamic, positive and always in the know.

In this role you will be part of the team that is responsible for overseeing global imports and exports. You will work closely with our nominated global freight forwarders from the moment goods are handed over by the suppliers to final mile delivery.

You will be based at our distribution centre in Kent and will report to the shipping manager. With distribution centres based in the UK and Chicago, Illinois - our well connected global operational team play a significant role in our business goals and overall success.

• Communication with global freight forwarders
• Processing insurance claims and recording shortages
• Approving freight invoices
• Approving freight booking
• Checking over shipping declarations to ensure customs entries are correct
• Chasing late shipments and advising relevant internal teams accordingly
• Liaising with wholesale partners and use of wholesale customer booking portals
• Updating shipping tracker
• Assisting with any shipping dept ad hoc queries

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS)

• Ability to work effectively on your own as well as part of a team
• Use your initiative
• Ability to work to tight deadlinesAccuracy is key for this role
• Able to work with people from different countries and cultures

Our Distribution Centre is based in Larkfield, Kent. We have approximately 150 employees working acorss Logisitics, Shipping, Warehouse Operations and Store Design. DC Location . Approximately a 4 minute drive from New Hythe rail station.

The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future

• A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
• We are a disability committed certified employer
• Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
• 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service
• Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off
• Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
• UNUM employee assistance helpline
• Life assurance cover
• Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
• Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
• Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adaption, menopause)
• Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
• Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
• Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.

Even if you feel you don't tick all the boxes, we'd still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.