Administrator

Pertemps Bond; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in West Alvington is seeking a Logistics Administrator. This role involves coordinating shipments, managing customer queries, and preparing documentation. Ideal candidates should have strong administrative skills and a customer service background, with a keenness to learn. Full training will be provided. This position offers a supportive team environment and comprehensive benefits including free parking and life assurance.

Benefits

Free Parking

24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Life Assurance (3x Salary)

Qualifications

• Experience in administration and customer service.
• Ability to use MS Office applications effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments across air, ocean, and road networks.
• Prepare import/export documentation and customs paperwork.
• Manage customer queries effectively.
• Liaise with transport partners for collections and deliveries.
• Process invoices and maintain accurate records.
• Support day-to-day administrative tasks in the team.
• Ensure compliance with GDP standards for pharmaceutical shipments.
• Monitor temperature-sensitive products.

Skills

Strong administration

Customer service background

Confident using MS Office

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive

Eager to learn logistics

Job description

Are you an experienced Administrator with excellent customer service skills and a willingness to learn? Our client, a global logistics company with a close-knit, supportive team, is looking for a Logistics Administrator to join their busy office.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative and organisational skills who’s keen to develop a career in logistics and freight. Full training will be provided.

Monday to Friday, 9am–5:30pm (office-based)
Free Parking
24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Life Assurance (3x Salary)

As the Losgistics Administrator, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinate shipments across air, ocean, and road networks.
• Prepare and check import/export documentation and customs paperwork.
• Manage customer queries and provide excellent service throughout the process.
• Liaise with transport partners to arrange collections and deliveries.
• Process invoices and maintain accurate financial and shipment records.
• Support the wider team with day-to-day administrative duties.
• Ensure pharmaceutical shipments are handled safely and compliantly (GDP standards).
• Monitor temperature-sensitive products to maintain product integrity.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong administration and customer service background.
• Confident using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proactive and eager to learn logistics and freight processes.
• Previous experience in logistics, freight, or supply chain is an advantage but not essential – full training will be provided.

Why Apply?

• Join a friendly, supportive team within a global organisation.
• Enjoy variety and challenge – no two days are the same.
• Excellent benefits package and long-term career development opportunities.

If you’re a motivated administrator looking to take the next step in your career, apply today or contact Chelsea Goodman at Pertemps Plymouth for more information.