Global Logistics Coordinator

rexx systems GmbH; Tendring; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Global Logistics Coordinator in Tendring, UK. The role involves coordinating shipments, managing customs documentation, and liaising with transport providers to ensure compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a degree or relevant experience in logistics and customs procedures. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including 25 days holiday and a healthcare scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holiday

Life assurance

Company pension

Healthcare Scheme

Bike to Work / Electric Car scheme

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Degree Educated preferred, or several years of previous experience in logistics.
• Knowledge of customs procedures and international shipping requirements.
• Experience in exports is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute transportation of goods within UK, EU, and international markets.
• Manage customs documentation and procedures for international shipments.
• Liaise with freight forwarders and transport providers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Degree in logistics or supply chain management

‘A’ level education

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

A vacancy has arisen for a Global Logistics Coordinator based in our Harwich office.

Dedicated and detail-oriented Logistics Teams members oversea transportation operations across the UK, EU and global markets. The successful candidate will coordinate shipments, manage customs and excise procedures, and liaise with customs agents and transport providers to ensure seamless movement of goods in compliance with relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute transportation of goods within the UK, EU, and international markets, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliver.
• Manage customs documentation and procedures for international shipments, including import/export declarations and excise goods compliance.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, transport providers and customs agents, to facilitate smooth clearance and delivery processes of inbound and outbound good.
• Monitor shipment statuses when required & proactively resolve issues or delays.
• Perform accurate billing and month end invoicing processes, including resolving demurrage claims.
• Ensure compliance with relevant customs, excise, and transportation regulations in all jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as sales, customer service and planning/distribution, to coordinate logistics activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing logistics strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Inventory management in third party locations within UK and EU

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree Educated preferred, or several years of previous experience in logistics, or supply chain management, preferably involving UK, EU, and international markets.
• Knowledge of customs procedures, excise regulations, and international shipping requirements.
• Experience in exports is an advantage.
• The post holder will have excellent customer service skills, recognising both internal and external customer needs and will do their best to fulfil these, bearing in mind commercial constraints.
• Good communication and problem solving skills are essential together with an understanding of commercial priorities and the need to keep customers informed.
• Good team player, always willing to help colleagues.
• Ability to learn quickly and use initiative.
• Quick learner and flexible in approach to work.
• SAP or similar ERP systems knowledge would be an advantage
• ‘A’ level education as a minimum.
• A second language would be a definite advantage.

Benefits

The position is full time 35 hours per week. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to support this.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday increasing to 27 days with service
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Healthcare Scheme
• Bike to Work / Electric Car scheme
• Volunteering days

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