Logistics Life Science Coordinator

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Logistics Life Science Coordinator for a well-established niche sector growing Freight Forwarder. The company is based in the Heathrow area.

Responsibilities include:-

• Assist customers with country specific regulatory requirements.
• Obtain or help prepare specific shipping documentation such as CITES, FDA, USDA, APHA UK, ATA Carnet, etc.
• Create air freight bookings with airlines.
• Coordinate shipments between offices & suppliers worldwide
• Coordinate the day-to-day import and/or export of products, including reviewing orders and documents.
• Customs Clearance using CDS
• Track and communicate all occurrences such as delays, issues and work on immediate resolution
• Keep customers updated with shipment progress until delivery
• Timely & accurate capture of all delivery status updates and proof of delivery details (POD’s)
• Complete Quality Assurance controlled documents
• Ensure that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) are followed
• Assist within temperature data-logging department
• Prepare validated temperature-controlled packaging units
• Assist with inventory counts, update inventory system and notify purchasers of stock depletion
• Must be available for evening and weekend duty phone roster
• Some overtime work may be required
• General office duties as required
• Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned as business demands deem necessary

Qualifications:-

• Attention to detail
• Minimum 2 years of office work experience within air freight forwarding environment, with knowledge and experience in Life Science / Pharma sector.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Windows OS, email and Internet usage/research
• A working knowledge of Sequoia
• Have the ability to assess which customs procedures to select.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Courteous phone manner
• Resolves non-routine problems with specialised knowledge
• Utilises established procedures but decides action within task
• Must be able to perform in a fast pace / high volume work environment.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices
• Effective time management and task management skills
• Good knowledge of geography
• Ability to work efficiently while managing multiple projects/tasks/systems simultaneously
• Flexibility with shift/schedule

Benefits include:-

Genuine Opportunities for Career Growth & DevelopmentHolidaysHealth PlanDental PlanPaid TrainingCompany LaptopOn-Site Parking

As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry. Call now to avoid disappointment!!!