Customs & Logistics Specialist

Ørsted; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Grimsby is seeking a logistics coordinator to manage shipping activities for imports and exports. The successful candidate will have strong experience in logistics and communication, facilitating coordination between teams and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. The role offers an opportunity to work within a supportive team focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong technical and hands-on experience in logistics, transportation, and freight forwarding.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding communication skills and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and track shipments, completing documentation for import and export.
• Engage with freight forwarders and customs authorities.
• Provide logistics support, including resolving shipment delays.

Skills

Logistics management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Join us in this role where you’ll serve as the central point of contact for all shipping activities related to both import and export operations in Generation. You’ll coordinate across supply teams, local execution teams, and service providers to ensure on-time delivery, adherence to customs regulations, and optimal supply chain performance within a complex, matrixed environment. You’ll help drive procurement value by balancing cost and performance, and contribute to the development of resilient, future-proof logistics and customs processes.

You’ll be part of the Transportation & Customs team, based in the UK East Coast hub, where you, together with your colleagues, will work on diverse projects spanning multiple regional hubs. Our team is dedicated to leveraging technology and collaboration to enhance our digital and physical logistics capabilities, drive compliance, and create efficiencies across our supply chain. As a team, we value open communication, innovation, and continuous improvement. We foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our shared goals and grow professionally.

To succeed in the role, you’ll play an important role in shaping the future of our transportation and customs operations.

Responsibilities

• arranging and tracking shipments, completing shipping and customs documentation, and booking transport for both import and export operations as required by UK regional hubs
• engaging with freight forwarders, transporters, and UK customs authorities (HMRC) to ensure smooth and compliant movement of goods
• supporting tactical procurement, coordinating with suppliers, and managing RFQs and purchase orders for freight and transport services
• providing day-to-day logistics support, including resolving shipment delays, collaborating with warehouse coordinators, and communicating status updates to stakeholders
• providing advice and technical support to Supply Managers, Sourcing Managers, and other business units on customs and logistics matters
• actively participating in system and process improvements to increase shipment visibility and reporting quality

Qualifications

• strong technical and hands-on experience in logistics, transportation, and freight forwarding (experience in Automotive, Energy, FMCG, or freight forwarding environments is highly valued)
• strong commercial mindset as well as excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to independently manage tasks and take ownership
• outstanding communication skills and stakeholder management abilities, with the confidence to articulate technical issues to non-technical staff and influence business decisions
• comfortable with project management methodologies and working in a complex, matrixed organization
• demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and support multiple stakeholders
• team player with a mindset focused on continuous improvement, growth, and collaboration