Logistics Admin Assistant

RK BRANDS LTD; Redditch; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Redditch is seeking a Logistics Admin Assistant to manage shipping documentation and coordinate with suppliers. The role demands strong organisational and communication skills. Key perks include a discretionary yearly bonus, flexible working hours, and a £100 gift card upon joining. Ideal candidates will have logistics or administrative experience, along with proficiency in Excel and strong attention to detail.

Benefits

Discretionary yearly bonus

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + your birthday off

Flexible working

35 working hours per week with 1 hour lunch break

50% staff discount across AYBL Group

Social events

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Free gym membership

£100 gift card upon joining

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and accurate.
• Proactive and able to take initiative.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Handle forwarder and supplier queries relating to documentation.
• Prepare and process shipping and customs documents.
• Organise and maintain documentation within the online filing systems.
• Update and maintain shipment data and reporting dashboards.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support project work and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong time-management abilities

Collaborative approach

Proactive and solution-oriented

Tools

Google Sheets

Job description

Role Overview

The Logistics Admin Assistant will support the logistics team by managing shipping documentation, coordinating with freight forwarders and suppliers, and maintaining accurate shipment records and reports. The role is administrative in nature but requires strong communication skills to liaise with both internal teams and external partners, ensuring smooth and compliant logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle forwarder and supplier queries relating to documentation and customs information requests.
• Prepare and process shipping and customs documents in line with compliance requirements.
• Organise and maintain documentation within the company’s online filing systems.
• Accurately update and maintain shipment data and reporting dashboards.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g., Merchandising, Finance) and external stakeholders (e.g., carriers, suppliers) to resolve issues and keep shipments on track.
• Support wider project work and process improvement initiatives as required.

Essential qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Desirable

• Previous experience in logistics, supply chain, or administration.
• Familiarity with shipping and customs documentation.

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and accurate.
• Proactive and able to take initiative.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
• Good time-management skills and ability to prioritise.
• Organised, adaptable, and solution-oriented.

Perks

• Discretionary yearly bonus
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + your birthday off
• Flexible working
• 35 working hours per week with 1 hour lunch break
• 50% staff discount across AYBL Group
• Social events
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Free gym membership
• £100 gift card upon joining
• Employee wellbeing support

Location

Our home is located in Redditch, South Birmingham, with easy access routes to the M5/M42, a 20-minute walk to the train station, as well as many bus routes. Not forgetting Arrow Valley Lake which is a stone’s throw away and a beautiful spot to get those steps in or enjoy your lunch with a view.