Logistic Controller

The Wonderfield Group; Acton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprentice program

Private Medical Cash Plan

Group Personal Pension

Discretionary annual bonus

Life Assurance

Job summary

Taiko is seeking a hands-on Logistics Specialist to manage imports/exports, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimise freight and warehouse processes. You will coordinate with freight forwarders, customs agents and internal teams to keep shipments compliant and on schedule.

The role emphasises data-driven decision making, ERP/WMS usage and a continuous improvement mindset to support peak periods and launches.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, import/export or supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of international trade, customs compliance and Incoterms.
• Experience managing freight forwarders, 3PLs and logistics partners.
• Comfortable working with ERP/WMS systems and data (Excel skills essential).

Responsibilities

• Own all import and export activity - documentation, compliance, freight and delivery.
• Ensure shipments meet UK, EU and international trade and food safety regulations.
• Build strong relationships with freight forwarders, hauliers and customs agents.
• Monitor shipments, troubleshoot delays and keep everything moving.
• Oversee the flow of goods from supplier to production and factory to customer.
• Work closely with warehouse teams to improve stock accuracy and efficiency.
• Track and drive performance through KPIs (delivery, cost, turnaround, inventory).
• Support peak periods, product launches and promotional planning.
• Lead initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste and improve performance.
• Use data to identify opportunities and drive smarter ways of working.

Skills

Import/Export logistics

ERP/WMS data handling

Excel/data analysis

Freight forwarders management

Stakeholder communication

Lean Six Sigma (bonus)

Tools

ERP systems

WMS software

Job description

Warehouse - Taiko Acton- BONSAI

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £45,000-£50,000

Contracted Hours: 45

We're Taiko - the people behind some of the UK's most innovative Sushi, Food to Go and Prepared Meals.

Since 1997, we've been shaking things up, launching more first-to-market sushi and food-to-go products than anyone else in the UK. You'll find us supplying Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsbury's and more - but we still think and move like a challenger brand.

Fast paced. Always evolving. Never standing still.

About You

• Proven experience in logistics, import/export or supply chain (FMCG or food manufacturing is a big plus)
• Strong knowledge of international trade, customs compliance and Incoterms
• Experience managing freight forwarders, 3PLs and logistics partners
• Comfortable working with ERP/WMS systems and data (Excel skills essential)
• A natural problem-solver with strong organisational and negotiation skills
• Confident communicating and influencing across teams and stakeholders
• A continuous improvement mindset (Lean / Six Sigma experience is a bonus)

Key Responsibilities

Imports & Exports

Own all import and export activity - documentation, compliance, freight and delivery

Ensure shipments meet UK, EU and international trade and food safety regulations

Build strong relationships with freight forwarders, hauliers and customs agents

Monitor shipments, troubleshoot delays and keep everything moving

Logistics & Warehouse Operations

Oversee the flow of goods from supplier to production and factory to customer

Work closely with warehouse teams to improve stock accuracy and efficiency

Track and drive performance through KPIs (delivery, cost, turnaround, inventory)

Support peak periods, product launches and promotional planning

Continuous Improvement

Lead initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste and improve performance

Use data to identify opportunities and drive smarter ways of working

Collaborate with Supply Chain, Production, Procurement and Quality teams

Deliver clear reporting and insights to support business decisions

We're Proud To Offer

• Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program
• Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
• Discretionary Life Assurance
• Discretionary Income Protection
• Group Personal Pension
• Private Medical Cash Plan
• Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
• 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
• Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic.
• Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and