Shipping Office Assistant Full Time NEW

Sofidel, headquartered in Porcari (Lucca), is a global leader in tissue paper production. With a presence in 12 European countries and 11 U.S. states, we employ over 9,000 people dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Our products, including toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins, are available in more than 50 countries.

We proudly own well-known brands such as Regina, Nicky, Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, and KittenSoft, while also producing for private-label retailers. With the Papernet brand, we also cater to the “Away-from-Home” sector, ensuring quality solutions for businesses and public spaces.

Wherever you are, Sofidel is there, bringing comfort, quality, and sustainability to everyday life!

PURPOSE

To issue the transport documents for all outgoing goods from the Plant in compliance with the Group’s procedures.

What is the role?

Sofidel UK currently recruiting for a dynamic and exciting Shipping Office Assistant to join our team in Leicester. The role will be based at our Integrated Plant in Hamilton however, some flexibility on travelling to our sister Plant in Rothley is required for the role. Working on a full-time permanent position predominantly working Monday – Friday, due the nature of our business there may be the requirement to work alternative hours and/or weekends. This role would suit a confident administrative professional with strong experience operating in a busy logistics or customer facing environment. If you are an experienced Shipping/Transport professional looking for a new challenge, then why not join one of Europe’s most reputable paper hygiene manufacturers?

Hours of work

Monday to Friday – 14:00-22:00

During your intial training period you will be working Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00

What You’ll Be Doing

• Issue the transport documents and relative travel documents for all outgoing goods from the Plant
• Create the picking/loading list for the warehouse ensuring accuracy
• Communicate with wider company departments on any issues that arise
• Identify differences noted on the sales order of goods that are to be delivered and liaise with the relevant departments to rectify the issues
• Check the weight of shipped products against the value recorded on the system
• Identify differences in weight of shipped products compared to the registered value on the system
• Work in conjunction with relevant departments to problem solve and rectify differences on the system
• Support the corporate departments requiring assistance on topics of distribution logistics
• Guarantee the correct management of relevant processes in accordance with the group policies and procedures.
• Administrate and file all documentation produced ensuring compliance with company procedures
• Promote a safety-bound corporate culture.
• Apply the Corporate Principles and Values

What You Will Need

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication/telephone skills
• Ability to work in an organised manner
• Good IT skills / computer literate
• Deal with multiple tasks and prioritise
• SAP knowledge advantageous
• Ability to work within a team to solve problems and issues
• Previous experience of working in a transport/shipping department is desirable

What you’ll get in return:

• Competitive Salary
• Discounted staff shop
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays