Logistics Coordinator

Agfa-Gevaert; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Agfa-Gevaert in the United Kingdom is seeking a Logistics Co-ordinator to oversee day-to-day freight and shipment activities, ensuring compliant, timely delivery of spare parts and machines.

You will coordinate imports/exports, manage quotations, and collaborate with freight agents, couriers, and internal teams to optimise processes. The role requires strong planning, IT proficiency, and the ability to work under pressure with external partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding, shipment booking, and import/export documentation.
• Knowledge of HTS/HS codes, Incoterms, and export packing requirements.
• Experience with dangerous goods shipping (road and/or air) is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Experience in transporting large machinery by road, air, or sea is beneficial.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work with different teams and external partners.
• Results-oriented, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day logistics operations in line with customs and trade regulations.
• Pick, pack, and dispatch consolidation shipments to the central spares hub, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Manage import clearances with third-party providers and ensure correct documentation.
• Obtain and evaluate machine and freight quotations to secure cost-effective transport solutions.
• Arrange spares, freight, and machine shipments, including preparation of export documentation.
• Optimise logistics processes across LCL, FCL, dangerous goods, and international freight movements.
• Maintain and update logistics procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure accurate use of HTS/HS codes, packing regulations, and country-specific export requirements.
• Represent the logistics function in internal meetings and provide shipment status updates.
• Work closely with freight agents, couriers, customs departments, and internal teams.

Skills

Strong planning

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

IT proficiency

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

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The Logistics Co-ordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of logistics to ensure spare parts and machines are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in full compliance with the latest customs regulations and international trade requirements.

Tasks

• Coordinate day-to-day logistics operations in line with customs and trade regulations.


• Pick, pack, and dispatch consolidation shipments to the central spares hub, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.


• Manage import clearances with third-party providers and ensure correct documentation.


• Obtain and evaluate machine and freight quotations to secure cost-effective transport solutions.


• Arrange spares, freight, and machine shipments, including preparation of export documentation.


• Optimise logistics processes across LCL, FCL, dangerous goods, and international freight movements.


• Maintain and update logistics procedures and work instructions.


• Ensure accurate use of HTS/HS codes, packing regulations, and country-specific export requirements.


• Represent the logistics function in internal meetings and provide shipment status updates.


• Work closely with freight agents, couriers, customs departments, and internal teams.

Profile

• Experience in freight forwarding, shipment booking, and import/export documentation.


• Knowledge of HTS/HS codes, Incoterms, and export packing requirements.


• Experience with dangerous goods shipping (road and/or air) is an advantage.


• Proficiency in IT tools, especially Excel and Word.


• Experience in transporting large machinery by road, air, or sea is beneficial.


• Strong planning and organisational skills.


• Ability to work with different teams and external partners.


• Results-oriented, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.

What we offer now and in the future

• A dynamic global organisation with a history of innovation and strong product portfolio.


• A challenging environment combined with a supportive management structure.


• Career development and growth.


• A competitive salary and benefit package.


• A friendly work environment surrounded by dedicated and professional colleagues.

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