Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator

We are proud to partner with one of the UK’s most creative and fast-growing retail brands who are in search of a Logistics Coordinator with a passion for import and export process optimisation, stakeholder/ 3rd party management and has a pedigree of managing a complex global logistics network. Started from humble beginnings driven by the founder’s passion for their product they are now embarking on the next phase of ambitious growth and business transformation.

• Chance to work for one of the UK’s most exciting brands!
• Dynamic, career minded employer that really value their employees
• Secure, successful business going from strength to strength

What is expected of you?

• Manage the day-to-day inbound and outbound operations of a growing international Multi-modal logistics network - Air, Sea & Road
• Ensure all import / export shipments documentation is correctly signed and reports filed on behalf of UK Import / export operations
• Manage all inbound shipments within the ERP and update during the transit lifecycle
• Excellent knowledge of Import documentation & duties, INCOTERMS and the differing costs associated with each mode of transport.
• Responsible for all export documentation to be processed OTIF
• Verify Duty/VAT invoices are correct per customs entries and approve for payment
• Liaise with freight forwarders/couriers/transport companies both via email and web-based portals to obtain quotes and book freight movements.
• Verify invoices received match to quotations/rates and approve for payment
• Work closely with key internal stakeholders to improve customer / distributor relationships & performance.
• Manage and support all customer needs including troubleshooting any supply chain issues that occur.

As a growing international SME, it is essential that the new Logistics Coordinator is a hugely proactive individual who will lead from the front and provide the following experience -

• Proven experience within Global Transport Logistics / Freight Operations in a B2B environment
• Significant experience of Ocean & Air Freight from the Far East (LCL)
• Understanding of UK/European Road freight both groupage and dedicated delivery
• Knowledge of customs entries, commodity codes and duty rates, INCOTERMS
• Understanding of Commercial Invoice requirements. Previous experience of raising commercial documents for transportation
• Good understand and knowledge of Incoterms
• Experience of managing a large roster of local & global freight forwarders / suppliers
• Pedigree of managing B2B customer relationships

If you match all the above criteria and you are excited by the prospect of working with a growing business, then please apply.