Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.
We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.
As an Export Compliance Co-ordinator you'll play a key role at the centre of our operation, where every action you take contributes to our customers enjoying their favourite M&S food.
Our operation in Chineham are looking for candidates who can commit to a Monday to Friday shift pattern, with occasional weekend cover when required, working 37.5 hours per week between the hours of 5am-1.30pm two days a week and 8am-4.30pm three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home two days per week. This position is on a 12-month fixed term contract.
What’s in it for you?
Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special…
- Up to £30,000
- 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
- 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
- Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
- Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
- Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
- Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme
- A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
- Cycle to work scheme
- Supportive Team: Join a close-knit community where collaboration is key
What will you do & what will you need
In this role, you’ll ensure export processes run smoothly and accurately, managing documentation, monitoring daily trackers, and resolving issues to keep shipments to EU and Irish markets on schedule. You’ll work closely with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies, acting as a key point of contact for compliance queries, certification processes, and quarantined stock controls.
Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel ability, and a highly organised, detail-focused approach. You’ll need to be adaptable, proactive, and confident in interpreting data, troubleshooting problems, and building effective working relationships. Excellent communication, collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.
Who are we and where will you be
At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical. Gist will play an integral part in the M&S journey as it pushes boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring era.
Apply today and Join us on the road to success
Upon application if successful, you will be contacted by a member of the team and booked onto an initial introduction call to discuss the role at hand and next steps. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it’s meaningful to you, it’s important to us.
