Shipping and Logistics Controller

Shipping and Logistics Controller (PM5) Coventry, England

Job Title:
Shipping and Logistics Controller

Location:
Ansty Park, Coventry

Contract:
Full-time, Permanent

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Shipping and Logistics Controller to join a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation based in Coventry. This role sits at the heart of the supply chain operation, ensuring products are shipped accurately, compliantly and on time to customers around the world.

This position offers a varied mix of administration, coordination and hands-on operational activities. You will be responsible for supporting import and export processes, preparing shipping documentation, liaising with logistics partners and maintaining accurate records, while also supporting warehouse and shipping activities when required.

We are keen to hear from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. Whilst logistics, shipping or import/export experience would be advantageous, attitude and potential are equally important. This opportunity would suit someone looking for a new challenge who enjoys working as part of a team, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Shipping and Logistics Controller, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and processing import and export documentation to ensure shipments are compliant and delivered on time
• Coordinating with internal teams, warehouse personnel and logistics providers to support daily shipping activities
• Maintaining accurate records and updating company systems with shipment and delivery information
• Managing and prioritising activities through the team mailbox, ensuring enquiries are responded to effectively
• Supporting transport management, freight forwarding and customer delivery requirements
• Assisting with compliance, reporting and continuous improvement activities within the logistics function

What We Are Looking For

You will be a motivated individuals who is keen to learn, embrace new challenges and contribute to a collaborative team environment. You may already have logistics experience or be looking to transfer your skills from another sector such as hospitality, retail, leisure, customer service, automotive or administration.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when handling documentation and data
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills and processes
• Comfortable working in a hands-on environment, including manual handling activities, moving pallets and boxes, wearing PPE and working both indoors and outdoors throughout the year
• Previous experience within logistics, shipping, warehousing, administration or supply chain operations
• Experience using SAP, ERP systems or carrier management systems
• Knowledge of import/export procedures, shipping documentation or compliance requirements

What You Will Gain

• The opportunity to develop specialist logistics and supply chain knowledge within the aerospace industry
• Training and support to build expertise in import/export processes and compliance requirements
• Exposure to a highly regulated and fast-paced operational environment
• A varied role combining office-based coordination with hands-on operational activities
• Career development opportunities within a global engineering and manufacturing business
• A supportive team environment that values commitment, learning and continuous improvement
• A permanent position offering stability and long-term career progression
• Free car parking
• Pension with up to 10% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Subsidised canteen with Starbucks
• Life Assurance and Income Protection
• ACIP (Annual Cash Incentive Plan)
• Employee Assistance Programme for Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Perks offering discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
• Volunteering Day off

If you are looking for a new challenge and can demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail and a willingness to learn, we would be keen to hear from you.