Logistics Coordinator
Cantello Tayler Recruitment are recruiting for a Logistics Coordinator to join their client based in Guildford for a 9-month contract to cover maternity leave.
Logistics Coordinator duties and responsibilities:
- Coordinate the sending of kits and collection of samples globally
- Prepare paperwork including shipping documentation, commercial invoices, and import / export documentation.
- Ensure all permits and licences are in place for the shipments arranged in collaboration with the Logistics Manager
- Uploading of data to our ERP system
- Book all shipments using the most cost and time effective method at the time
- Work with the operations and logistics team in all aspects of the business operations which may include supply chain, purchasing, goods in and goods out
- Monitor and advise on packaging and shipping requirements
- Monitoring and actioning tasks through email and task planners
- Monitor the customer support desk for incoming logistics requests
- Communicate effectively with the Sales and Client Services team on progress
- Support customers to ensure precise and timely shipping arrangements to shipments and collections
- Preparing data and reports for management meetings
- Work closely with the Head of Operations to ensure KPIs on delivery and collection are achieved
- Participate in weekly internal team meetings and wider company meetings as required
Logistics Coordinator required skills and experience:
- Minimum HND / BTEC in a business subject
- A detailed knowledge of import / export processes, customs processes and raising clearance documentation
- Proven track record in a logistics role with customer facing experience
- Working experience with MS Office
- Ability to prioritise, multi-task and work to deadlines
- Organised & meticulous
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong written and spoken communication skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- A natural ability to multi-task and problem solve
- A consummate communicator, both written and verbal, you are able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- An outstanding team player who is able to work effectively even when things get busy and remain calm under pressure
- Very organised with excellent attention to detail.
If this Logistics Coordinator role is of interest to you, please click apply now or contact Marie Spratley in our Egham office.