Shipping Controller

Paul Smith

Shipping Controller

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Paul Smith, The Park, City of Nottingham

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 5 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

Our Nottingham Head Office is looking for a Shipping Controller to join the Distribution team. In this role, you will create and control shipments into the UK and worldwide, ensuring all documents are compliant with the destination customs rules and regulations.,

  • To control and create export shipments using the Prima web-based system. Preparing all shipping documentation (and any accompanying customs documentation) to ensure that it is accurate both to the destination requirements and to UK customs rules and regulations.

  • To control and create returns shipments from wholesale clients (worldwide), checking all UK import documentation to ensure it is compliant with UK regulations.

  • To ensure that the shipments are despatching in a cost-effective manner that reflects the shipments priority.

  • To control all queries and crediting regarding Wholesale returns within the Prima system.

  • To create quotes (when requested) for shipments using pre-determined rate sheets or by liaising with the correct freight forwarder.

  • To ensure that all shipments are despatched in a timely manner and tracked to their destination.

  • To assist with checking and creating various UK customs documents when required., PLEASE NOTE: When attaching your CV or work examples it is very important that you name your files to include your name and not just "cv.doc" or "curriculum vitae.docx" or "my_illustration.jpg". Instead use a format like this "joe_bloggs_cv.docx"


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  • Good understanding of working in an office environment with experience of filing systems and a positive phone manner.

  • Highly computer literate in Microsoft Office packages.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skillss

  • Ability to plan, organise and prioritise to set deadlines.

  • Relevant experience of working within a distribution/shipping office is desirable


  • Who you are:
  • Self-motivated, helpful and can stay calm under pressure.

  • Team player who can work using their own initiative and is able to build effective working relationships.

  • Trustworthy with confidential information.

  • Willingness to learn and progress within the office.

    About: Founded in Nottingham in the 1970's, the Paul Smith collections have become internationally recognised and Paul Smith is one of Britain's most renowned and successful designers. Up until the age of 16, Paul had wanted to be a professional cyclist, but a serious accident set him on a different path. Once out of hospital Paul fell in with a group of art students. They talked constantly about art, architecture and design and Paul found himself longing to be part of that exciting world. From its origins in one small shop in Nottingham in 1970, Paul Smith has grown into a global business, selling in six continents. Comprising of complete clothing, shoe and accessory collections for men, women and children; representation is further extended by associated product licenses where the potential of the brand has been recognised by key licensees in the fragrance, eyewear and interior businesses., Paul Smith is one of Britain's leading independent design companies. We champion positivity, curiosity, and creativity. These qualities underpin every Paul Smith design, whether it's a shirt, a shop, or a special collaboration. Reaffirming the values that Paul set down in 1970, 'classic with a twist' remains the guiding principle of the company. Happily, positioned between high fashion and formalwear, while taking reference from both, Paul Smith has always been proud to stand apart.

    A generous clothing allowance.

  • Discretionary discount on PSL goods.

  • An annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus Bank Holidays.

  • Holiday trading.

  • Pension Scheme.

  • Cycle to work and travel loan schemes.


  • Please note, this role is not eligible under the Skilled Worker visa category.