Logistics Coordinator

Package Description

Great benefits such as:

• Bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus each year you will have the option to buy and sell leave
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Wellbeing Scheme, provided through Health Shield, giving every colleague – and their dependents – unlimited access to GPs and counselling, as well as cash back on a wide range of health and wellbeing treatment
• Employee Support to include Life Assurance and critical illness pay
• 24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme and Financial Wellbeing Support – access to affordable loans, savings accounts, advanced earned pay, and financial education via salary finance
• Online savings- major retailers, utilities, entertainment plus many more!

About This Opportunity

Are you a logistics professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for problem-solving? We are looking for a highly organized Logistics Coordinator to play a key role in managing the flow of shipments and ensuring the timely export of goods. You’ll be at the heart of our logistics operations, handling everything from booking containers to liaising with depots, managing customs documentation, and keeping all stakeholders informed.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role where every day brings something new, this is the opportunity for you! Come join a dynamic team and help us keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

What You Will Be Doing

• Container Booking & Coordination: Book containers with third-party providers, ensuring accurate and timely scheduling. Build and maintain strong relationships with providers to guarantee container availability and on-time delivery.
• Scheduling & Planning: Collaborate with internal teams (depots, commercial departments) to arrange loading schedules. Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and shipping partners to confirm or adjust schedules. Ensure containers are loaded on time, meeting all agreed schedules.
• Depot & Loading Site Coordination: Work closely with depots and loading sites to confirm times, availability, and capacity. Ensure timely pick-up and delivery of containers and goods by coordinating with depot teams. Oversee site preparations, ensuring necessary equipment is ready for efficient container loading. Quickly address issues like container shortages or delays to minimise disruptions.
• Customs Documentation & Export Entries: Prepare and submit export documentation, ensuring compliance with international trade and customs regulations. Monitor the progress of customs clearance and address any delays or issues that arise.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate shipping and export records, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible. Track and update logistics-related data in internal systems, providing regular status reports to management.
• Problem-Solving & Issue Resolution: Resolve logistics-related challenges, including delays, cancellations, and discrepancies, in a timely manner. Collaborate with depots, customs authorities, and other stakeholders to address conflicts and delays in the export process.
• Monitoring & Communication: Track shipments and provide continuous updates to all relevant parties, including depots, loading sites, and customs authorities. Keep management informed on shipment status, customs clearance, and container availability.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure compliance with all logistics operations, including customs laws, safety protocols, and shipping regulations. Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  

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