Logistics Administrator

Elevation Recruitment Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevation Recruitment Group is seeking a Logistics Administrator based in Sheffield to support day-to-day logistics and stores operations. You will coordinate transport, prepare EU export documentation, maintain accurate records and work with internal teams, customers, suppliers and couriers.

The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and good IT skills, with GCSEs in English, Maths and ICT. A proactive, team-focused approach is essential in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Organised and accurate in a busy logistics environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with computerised systems and basic IT.
• Good numerical ability and meticulous record-keeping.
• Positive, proactive team player.
• GCSEs English/Maths/ICT at grade 5 or above.

Responsibilities

• Prepare commercial invoices and packing lists for EU exports.
• Prepare despatch documentation and maintain records.
• Raise subcontract purchase orders and maintain system data.
• Coordinate transport with couriers and monitor delivery progress.
• Communicate shipping updates to stakeholders and arrange courier collections.
• Support goods receipt, stock counts and archiving of logistics docs.
• Provide proof of delivery and assist with audit queries.
• Print works orders and issue goods to factory floor.
• Load sales orders and support Planning team as needed.

Skills

Organised

Time management

Communication

IT skills

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in English, Maths and ICT

Job description

Logistics Administrator

Location: Sheffield

Permanent | Full-time | Onsite | up to £27k

Elevation Recruitment Group are currently recruiting a Logistics Administrator on behalf of our client, a well-established business based in Sheffield.

This is a varied administrative role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of logistics and stores operations. You’ll be responsible for coordinating transport and export documentation, maintaining accurate system records, supporting goods-in and despatch processes, and working closely with internal teams, customers, suppliers and couriers.

The Role

As a Logistics Administrator, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing commercial invoices and packing lists for EU exports.
• Preparing despatch documentation and maintaining accurate records.
• Raising subcontract purchase orders and maintaining accurate system data.
• Booking and coordinating transport with couriers and monitoring delivery progress.
• Communicating shipping updates and delivery status to relevant stakeholders.
• Organising courier collections and tracking deliveries.
• Using customer-specific delivery portals to provide advance shipping notifications.
• Supporting the booking-in and receipt of goods.
• Providing proof of delivery documentation to the Finance team and assisting with audit queries.
• Preparing and printing works orders and stores documentation for kitting and issuing goods to the factory floor.
• Supporting weekly stock/PIC counts and maintaining accurate records.
• Managing the filing and archiving of important logistics documentation.
• Providing occasional administrative support to the Planning team, including loading sales orders.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is organised, accurate and comfortable working in a busy logistics environment. You’ll need to be confident communicating with colleagues, customers, suppliers and transport providers, while managing multiple priorities effectively.

You’ll ideally have:

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills and confidence working with computerised systems.
• Good numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to produce accurate work and maintain clear records.
• A positive, team-focused approach.
• The confidence to use your own initiative and take responsibility for tasks.
• GCSEs in English, Maths and ICT at Grade 5 or above (or equivalent).

The Opportunity

This role would suit someone with experience in logistics, transport, warehouse, stores, planning or administration who is looking to develop their career within a busy operational environment.

If you’re organised, proactive and enjoy a varied role where accuracy and communication are key, we’d love to hear from you.