Global Logistics & Customs Coordinator

Pertemps Northampton; Kettering; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Northampton is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Coordinator to join a fast-paced, international consumer goods business. Based in Kettering, you will coordinate freight movements, support customs compliance, manage logistics partners, and ensure on-time, within-budget deliveries across markets.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in logistics, strong customs knowledge, and solid Excel/ERP skills. You will collaborate with internal teams, manufacturers, and distributors, driving

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience within logistics, supply chain, freight, customs, or operations.
• Strong understanding of customs regulations, import/export procedures, shipping documentation, and Incoterms.
• Experience reviewing customs or import data and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and coordination skills.
• Strong analytical ability with experience interpreting large volumes of data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build relationships across both internal teams and external partners.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience using ERP systems and supply chain software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor logistics performance against KPIs and identify opportunities for service improvements and cost savings.
• Conduct regular reviews of shipment performance and service levels with global distribution centres.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline transportation and shipping activities.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and process documentation.
• Lead operational reviews with distribution centres, resolving issues relating to deliveries, packaging, and stock handling processes.
• Monitor critical inbound shipments, samples, and key delivery deadlines.
• Liaise with international manufacturing partners to ensure smooth movement of goods through the supply chain.
• Support Operations, Planning, and Purchasing teams with freight cost analysis and scenario planning.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarding providers and conduct regular business reviews.
• Act as a key point of contact for courier and logistics-related matters.
• Review and approve freight and courier invoices.
• Monitor logistics spend and supplier performance.

Skills

Logistics & supply chain

Customs knowledge

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Planning & organisation

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Supply chain software

Job description

Pertemps Northampton is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Coordinator to join a fast-paced, international consumer goods business. Based in Kettering, you will coordinate freight movements, support customs compliance, manage logistics partners, and ensure on-time, within-budget deliveries across markets.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in logistics, strong customs knowledge, and solid Excel/ERP skills. You will collaborate with internal teams, manufacturers, and distributors, driving