Logistics Administrator

W Talent; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

DigiCare medical app

Quarterly attendance bonus

Employee incentive schemes

Cycle to Work scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

W Talent is partnering with a leading manufacturer of homecare and cleaning products based in Redditch to recruit a Logistics Administrator. You will coordinate day-to-day logistics across third-party warehousing and freight partners, ensuring shipments, documentation, and invoices are managed accurately.

Reporting to the Head of Logistics, the role involves international shipments, SAP, Excel reporting, and continuous process improvements in a fast-paced global supply chain.

Qualifications

• 2/3 years' experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain.
• Knowledge of international freight, customs processes, export documentation, and Incoterms.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, filters, and pivot tables.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track UK and international shipments.
• Book collections and manage freight movements via road, sea, and air.
• Prepare and check export and customs documentation.
• Monitor shipment progress and update SAP and internal systems.
• Review freight and warehouse invoices, investigating any discrepancies.
• Maintain Excel-based reports for logistics activity, costs, and performance.
• Liaise with carriers, warehouse partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous process improvements.

Skills

Logistics

Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

SAP

Job description

Logistics Administrator

W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer of homecare and cleaning products based in Redditch. Supplying innovative, high-quality products to major UK retailers and international markets, our client is continuing to grow and is seeking a Logistics Administrator to join their Supply Chain & Logistics team.

Reporting to the Head of Logistics, you will coordinate day-to-day logistics activities across third-party warehouse and freight partners, ensuring shipments, documentation, and invoices are managed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track UK and international shipments.
• Book collections and manage freight movements via road, sea, and air.
• Prepare and check export and customs documentation.
• Monitor shipment progress and update SAP and internal systems.
• Review freight and warehouse invoices, investigating any discrepancies.
• Maintain Excel-based reports for logistics activity, costs, and performance.
• Liaise with carriers, warehouse partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous process improvements.

About You

• 2/3 years' experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain.
• Knowledge of international freight, customs processes, export documentation, and Incoterms.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, filters, and pivot tables.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• £28,000 - £30,000 salary
• 38 - hour working week
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• DigiCare medical app
• Quarterly attendance bonus
• Employee incentive schemes
• Cycle to Work scheme

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of logistics processes and develop their career within a fast-paced international supply chain environment.