Logistics Coordinator

Mineral Park, Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics solutions provider in Birmingham seeks a Logistics Coordinator. The ideal candidate will support customs clearance and manage import/export documentation while liaising with clients and overseas partners. Strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and experience with logistics operations are required. This permanent role offers a salary of £27,000 - £36,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with Customs Ocean Imports preferred.
• Confidence in using Excel and MS Office.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients and partners to manage logistics operations.
• Manage customs and shipment documentation for compliance.
• Negotiate rates and provide quotations.

Skills

Customs clearance understanding

Import/Export procedures

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

K.A.G. Recruitment is delighted to support our client, a leading family business, in recruiting a Logistics Coordinator for their team based in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global logistics solutions provider known for its exceptional service.

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £27,000 - £36,000 DOE

Job Type: Permanent

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator with a strong understanding of Customs clearance and Import/Export procedures. This role involves coordinating shipments, liaising with clients and overseas partners, and ensuring smooth documentation processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients, overseas partners, and agents to manage logistics operations.
• Managing documentation related to customs and shipment processes to ensure compliance and smooth movement of goods.
• Managing the movement of clients' goods into the country, complying with international trade laws.
• Engaging with customers regularly, negotiating rates, and providing quotations.
• Ensuring all necessary paperwork and information are received for shipments.
• Handling import documentation from start to finish, including customs entries.
• Accurately inputting and progressing documentation within the system.

It is ideally preferred that candidates have experience with Customs Ocean Imports. Exposure to Air Services or a keen interest in developing knowledge in this area is highly beneficial.

Candidates should be confident in using Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint, possess a professional attitude, and have a drive to identify and implement improvements.

Strong organisational skills, a keen eye for maintaining thorough records, and excellent time management are essential. The ability to communicate confidently at all levels is also required.