Shipping Coordinator

About the job

Do you want to dive in the fast-growing industry of drones and get a rewarding experience in a dynamic scale-up environment? 

At Flyability, we believe that robots should be sent into hazardous places and dangerous environments instead of humans. To support our belief, we created Elios, the world’s first collision-tolerant flying robot that can safely enter, survey, and inspect confined spaces so that people don’t have to. With more than 130 employees, Flyability is the pioneer in the UAS indoor inspection industry. Joining Flyability is not just taking on a new job; it is seizing the opportunity to improve the lives of millions of people and contribute to the future of robotics.

To complete our creative and dynamic team in Lausanne, we are seeking a 

Shipping Coordinator (100%)

Permanent contract, starting date: as soon as possible

Your role:

You will be responsible for daily shipment, according to our sales/production schedules, as well as tracking deliveries to the final customers. You will collaborate daily with our Sales Administration and Customer Support departments to ensure timely delivery of sales orders and returns after repair.

What you will own:

• Management of international shipments
• Preparation of shipping documents (commercial invoice / packing list / EUR1 / Certificate of Origin)
• Order preparation
• Tracking deliveries to the recipients
• Daily communication with freight forwarders, particularly to resolve potential customs issues
• Organizing product returns when necessary
• Responding to various requests from internal and external clients regarding imports & exports
• Hazardous Materials Management (Lithium ion batteries)
• Participation in the continuous improvement of the position

Your profile:

• CFC education, and/or significant related experience in international trade & logistics
• Fluency in French and good knowledge of English (min B1 level is a must)
• 3 years experience in the import/export field with a good understanding of the transport and customs sectors
• Knowledge of dangerous goods is an advantage
• Capable of carrying a load of 25 kilograms
• Proficiency in common computer tools (spreadsheets, docs)
• Experience with ERP- odoo is a plus
• Flexibility, versatility and ability to adapt quickly
• Team-oriented and customer-focus mindset
• Being proactive in suggesting process improvement

Perks & Benefits You'll Love:

• Enjoy 25 vacation days per year, plus all public holidays to recharge and explore.
• Additional days off are granted based on your seniority with us, up to 5 days.
• Stay secure with comprehensive accident insurance covering medical treatments and hospitalization.
• Work your way with flexible schedules.
• Boost your well-being with discounts on gym memberships and sports events.
• Access exclusive benefits through Swibeco, our platform that offers discounts and rewards at a wide range of retailers and services.
• Connect with your team at exciting events like our ski weekend, summer barbecue, and after-work gatherings.

… and so much more! Apply now to discover all we have to offer.

Flyability is a Swiss company with over 10 years of experience that values independent thinking combined with a collaborative spirit. Every day, you will have the opportunity to share your ideas and contribute to solving problems. We all work together, and each voice is considered as we collaborate to achieve our goals.

Ready to join?

We know the confidence gap and impostor syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply —regardless of your past experience or resume, we'd love to hear from you.