Shipping Coordinator

3 Month Contract - scope to go Permanent in 2026 

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Shipping Coordinator to oversee the movement of sensitive, high-value components and equipment across the UK and internationally. Working within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, the successful candidate will ensure secure and timely transportation of parts, subsystems, and payloads while maintaining full compliance with export control and aerospace industry standards.

Key Responsibilities as a Shipping Coordinator

• Organises domestic and international shipments of satellite components and ground equipment.
• Selects and manages relationships with specialist couriers and freight forwarders.
• Monitors transit timelines and ensures secure handling of sensitive payloads.

• Prepares and manages shipping documentation, including commercial invoices and export control paperwork.
• Ensures compliance with UK customs regulations and export control requirements (SPIRE & LITE), plus ITAR/EAR where applicable.

• Supports stock control and aligns deliveries with engineering build schedules.

Experience needed as a Shipping Coordinator

• 2–5 years in logistics or shipping

• Experience with ERP or inventory systems; proficiency in Excel and shipment tracking platforms. SAP S/4HANA experience is an advantage.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a small, dynamic team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

If this opportunity as a Shipping Coordinator suits you, please contact Jemma at Orion Reading.