Shipping and Purchasing Administrator

Shipping, Purchasing & Finance Administrator

(12-Month FTC – Maternity Cover)

Wembley
£28,000 - £32,000 DOE
Immediate Start Available

A global business based in Wembley is looking for a Shipping, Purchasing & Finance Administrator to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

This is a varied role split across shipping, purchasing and finance administration, making it ideal for an organised and detail-oriented administrator with experience handling import/export documentation and coordinating purchasing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process shipping and import/export documentation.
• Organise domestic and international shipments and track deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with shipping, VAT and import/export regulations.
• Create and process purchase orders and maintain supplier records.
• Monitor inventory levels and support stock accuracy.
• Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders and internal departments.
• Support the Accounts team with invoicing and finance administration.
• Update and maintain CRM and ERP systems.
• Produce reports and maintain accurate records across all activities.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience within shipping, purchasing, logistics or supply chain administration.
• We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have experience preparing and managing shipping, import and export documentation.
• Experience using CRM and ERP systems is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 DOE.
• 12-month maternity cover contract.
• Immediate start opportunity.
• Varied role within a successful global business.

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