Logistics and Trade Compliance co-ordinator

Johnson Matthey; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Logistics and Trade Compliance Coordinator, where your expertise will contribute to driving sustainable practices in logistics. You will be responsible for managing dispatches, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, and collaborating with various teams to ensure timely deliveries. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. If you are passionate about logistics and want to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retirement Savings

Share Plans

Savings Accounts

Life Assurance

Medical Plans

Fitness Discounts

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Logistics or Economics is desirable.
• Experience with international shipping and ERP systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and process outbound dispatches and transport both in the UK and internationally.
• Ensure compliance with duty and customs controls and documentation.

Skills

International Shipping

SAP or Similar ERP Systems

Import/Export Legislation

Dangerous Goods Transportation

Education

Degree in Logistics

Degree in Economics

Job description

Logistics and Trade Compliance Co-ordinator

Location: Swindon

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years of history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero!

In this role, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

The role:

You will be accountable for despatch, logistics, transport, and trade compliance for all inbound/outbound shipments to/from customers, manufacturing subcontractors, returns to vendors, and plant-to-plant transfers. You will plan and process dispatches or collections from customers or vendors, arrange appropriate transportation (including dangerous goods) efficiently and economically, aligned with Johnson Matthey’s aims and objectives.

You will represent HT as a point of contact for the JM Group Customs and Trade team, in addition to JM Product Stewardship. Responsibilities include KPI reporting, auditing service providers (internal and external), and managing trade-related master data, systems/tools, and associated work instructions and procedures within HT.

As a Logistics and Trade Coordinator, you will help drive our goals by:

• Planning and processing outbound dispatches and transport both in the UK and internationally, including quotations and documentation in accordance with legal requirements.

• Minimising security risks to JM by ensuring shipments are via pre-approved logistics providers, especially when JM is liable for insurance.

• Coordinating advance planning of shipments with Customer Support, Quality, Warehouse, and Production teams to ensure timely deliveries with the correct quality standards.

• Ensuring compliance with all duty and customs controls, including documentation, tariff codes, and licenses as applicable.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Degree qualified in Logistics or Economics (Desirable)

• Experience of international shipping (Essential)

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems (Essential)

• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods Transportation (Desirable)

• Understanding of import/export legislation (Essential)

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We ensure salaries are fair, competitive, and aligned with roles, experience, and responsibilities. We support hybrid and flexible working and offer benefits such as:

• Retirement savings

• Share plans

• Savings accounts

• Life assurance and income protection

• Medical plans / health assessments

• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We foster an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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Closing date: This job ad will be posted for at least 2 weeks; early application is encouraged.

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