Your Role 

As an Import/Export Coordinator at Brenntag, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing import and export logistics activities across multiple transport modes, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective movement of goods. You will oversee shipping documentation, customs coordination, and logistics administration while ensuring adherence to international trade regulations and company procedures

Responsibilities 

• Plan and coordinate import and export logistics via air, sea, and road, transport in accordance with international trade regulations and company procedures
• Execute all import and export administrative activities, including shipping documentation and customs-related requirements
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, transport providers, suppliers, and customers to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve logistics or customs-related issues
• Ensure accurate preparation and processing of commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and other trade documentation
• Liaise with third-party customs clearance agents and provide instructions where required
• Maintain accurate logistics and shipment records within ERP and logistics systems
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, hazardous goods requirements, and internal company policies
• Monitor freight costs and support optimisation of logistics processes and transport efficiency
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Finance, and Sales teams to support operational requirements
• Provide regular shipment updates, reporting, and administrative support to relevant stakeholders
• Adhere to company Rules of Procedure (ROP), SOPs, and compliance standards at all times

Your Profile 

You are a detail-oriented and highly organised logistics professional with strong knowledge of import/export processes, shipping documentation, and international trade compliance. You are able to manage multiple shipments simultaneously, coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, and operate efficiently within a fast-paced supply chain environment.

Skills 

• Strong logistics coordination and organisational capability
• Sound understanding of import/export procedures and international trade documentation
• Knowledge of customs clearance processes and freight forwarding operations
• Strong administrative accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Problem-solving and proactive coordination ability
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/logistics systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions

Experience 

• 3–5 years’ experience in import/export coordination, logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain administration
• Proven experience coordinating international shipments across air, sea, rail, and road transport
• Experience managing import/export documentation and customs-related processes
• Exposure to working with freight forwarders, customs, and third-party logistics providers
• Experience within chemical distribution, manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial environments advantageous
• SAP or ERP system experience advantageous

Education 

• Higher National Diploma or Bachelor Degree in relevant discipline - logistics, supply chain management or business administration or equivalent experience
• Additional import/export or customs compliance training will be beneficial

Our Offer 

• Competitive and fair salary

• Retirement savings plan

• Professional development opportunities

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

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