Logistics Controller

Prestige Recruitment Group; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Logistics Controller for a one-year fixed term contract. The role involves overseeing the safe and legal movement of goods nationally and internationally. Candidates should have strong knowledge in freight movement, customs processes, and the ability to work under pressure. Flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Work from home one day a week

25 holidays plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension

Healthcare

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of national and international freight movement.
• Experience in handling dangerous goods and knowledge of relevant regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth logistics operations and timely delivery of goods.
• Liaise with customer service for updates and communications.
• Manage customs documentation and compliance.

Skills

National and international movement of freight

Knowledge of dangerous goods movement (ADR / IMDG / IATA)

Strong commercial acumen

Knowledge of international trade and customs

Skilled in working under pressure

Experience with AX or SAP

Intermediate level of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Job description

Logistics Controller - One Year Fixed Term Contract

Up to £40K + excellent benefits package

Fantastic opportunity to join a global business as a Logistics Controller. This is a one year FTC starting ASAP!

Working as part of a professional and friendly logistics team you will ensure the safe and legal movement of products nationally and internationally.

• Ensure the smooth movement of goods to customer, goods to site and warehouses in a timely manner.
• Liaising with colleagues in customer service to ensure customers are kept updated.
• Import and export procedures.
• Raising appropriate customs documentation.
• You will need an understanding of excise duty, VAT and movement of dangerous goods (bulk and packed).
• Monitor, manage, audit and report freight costs and freight forwarder performance.
• Raise POs for freight in ERP system.

We are keen to hear from candidates with the following:

• A strong working knowledge of national and international movement of freight by road,sea,rail & air.
• Knowledge of dangerous goods movement (ADR / IMDG / IATA).
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Knowledge of international trade – customs and excise requirements, export sales, export documentation, letter of credit trading.
• Skilled in working under pressure, able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Experience of AX or SAP would be a bonus. An intermediate level of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook is also required.

This is a one year contract.

• Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week which can be flexible!
• Work one day at home
• Holidays 25 per year plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension, DIS scheme, Group Income Protection, Healthcare
• Free car parking