Mirion Technologies has been protecting people and the environment for more than 50 years through mission-critical systems that detect, measure and analyse radiation. With operations across Europe, Asia and the USA, we combine the reach of a global organisation with a strong local presence.
We are looking for an experienced Import/Export Coordinator to join our team in Farnborough.
This is a varied and important role responsible for ensuring the smooth, compliant and cost-effective movement of goods across international borders. You will coordinate shipments, manage customs and shipping documentation, support accurate invoicing and work closely with customers, suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents and teams across the business.
What you’ll be doing
- Coordinating inbound materials and outbound finished goods in line with production and customer delivery schedules
- Booking and managing freight across air, sea, road and rail
- Tracking shipments and resolving delays, damage, shortages and customs-clearance issues
- Preparing and checking import and export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, airway bills, bills of lading and certificates of origin
- Ensuring the correct application of commodity codes, customs valuations, Incoterms, duties, VAT and tariff requirements
- Maintaining compliance with export controls, sanctions, licensing requirements and rules of origin
- Liaising with suppliers, customers, freight forwarders, carriers and customs brokers
- Obtaining and comparing freight quotations and monitoring logistics costs
- Updating ERP/MRP systems with order, shipment, receipt and dispatch information
- Raising accurate sales invoices, credit notes and pro-forma invoices
- Supporting month-end activities and resolving invoicing or shipment discrepancies
- Identifying opportunities to improve costs, transit times and import/export processes
What we’re looking for
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in an import/export, shipping, logistics or order-processing role
- Working knowledge of import and export documentation
- A good understanding of Incoterms and how they affect cost, responsibility and risk
- Experience entering orders and raising invoices using an ERP or similar business system
- Experience working with customers, suppliers, freight forwarders and customs agents
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to deadlines
- Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
- A confident and proactive approach to following up and resolving issues
Desirable
- Experience within a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of UK customs procedures including post-Brexit requirements, commodity codes, rules of origin, and VAT treatment of exports
- Working knowledge of customs systems or declarations (e.g. CDS)
- Familiarity with export controls, sanctions, and licensing requirements
- Experience handling multi-currency invoicing and exchange rates
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems
Why join Mirion?
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a broad international logistics role within a global technology organisation. You will work across supply chain, production, sales, finance and customer service, playing a key part in ensuring our products reach customers safely, compliantly and on time.
Apply today to join Mirion Technologies as our Import/Export Coordinator in Farnborough
Skills Required
- Previous experience in an import/export, shipping, logistics, or order-processing role
- Working knowledge of import and export documentation
- Understanding of Incoterms and their effects on cost, responsibility, and risk
- Experience entering orders and raising invoices using an ERP or similar business system
- Experience working with customers, suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs agents
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately to deadlines
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Confident and proactive approach to following up and resolving issues
- Experience within a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of UK customs procedures, including post-Brexit requirements, commodity codes, rules of origin, and VAT treatment of exports
- Working knowledge of customs systems or declarations, such as CDS
- Familiarity with export controls, sanctions, and licensing requirements
- Experience handling multi-currency invoicing and exchange rates
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems
What We Do
Mirion is a global provider of radiation safety and science technologies, partnering with customers across science, industry, and medicine. The company develops detection, measurement, analysis, and monitoring solutions for nuclear, defense, medical, and research end markets. Its medical group supports healthcare from diagnosis through treatment, while its mission is to harness ionizing radiation knowledge to protect people and advance critical innovation.
