Logistics Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the UK is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to supervise and coordinate shipments across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a degree or significant experience in logistics, with strong knowledge of customs paperwork and the ability to work under pressure. This role offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000, along with 30 days of annual leave and travel opportunities.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Travel opportunities to Spain

Qualifications

• Degree educated or demonstrable significant relevant experience for successful delivery in the role.
• Professional qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain desirable.
• Knowledge & experience in Logistics / freight forwarding and transformation of Logistics processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the shipment of goods from suppliers to locations across the UK.
• Work closely with suppliers and freight agents to track shipment status and provide required paperwork to authorities.
• Maintain cost discipline and identify opportunities to optimise transport costs.

Skills

Logistics management

Cost optimization

CRM software

Communication in Spanish

Education

Degree educated or significant relevant experience

Professional qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain

Job description

Overview

Your new company
Our client is a specialist contractor focused on the construction and installation of sporting facilities across the country. With their turnover looking to significantly increase, they are now seeking to appoint a Logistics Coordinator.

Your new role
To support the successful deployment of installations throughout the UK are completed in line with requirements, within budgets and to a timeline, the Logistics Coordinator must supervise and co-ordinate the shipment of goods from suppliers to the various locations throughout the UK. Working closely with our suppliers / freight agent, the candidate will keep track of the location of shipments, and supply the necessary paperwork to the appropriate authorities. Strong commercial understanding of the installation, strong focus on cost discipline at all times, representing the business in a professional and proactive manner in all dealings with those associated with, and affected by the installation. Ensure cost-effective and timely transport of goods to/from all overseas and UK destinations. Identify opportunities to optimise transport costs. Ensure compliance with statutory duties, regulations, and legislation, in particular understanding the regulations of controlled drugs in transit and storage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the shipment of goods from suppliers to locations across the UK.
• Work closely with suppliers and freight agents to track shipment status and provide required paperwork to authorities.
• Maintain cost discipline and identify opportunities to optimise transport costs.
• Ensure cost-effective and timely transport of goods to/from overseas and UK destinations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory duties, regulations, and legislation applicable to logistics and transit.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree educated or demonstrable significant relevant experience for successful delivery in the role.
• Professional qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain desirable.
• Knowledge & experience in Logistics / freight forwarding and transformation of Logistics processes.
• Ability to work within a team and individually.
• Influence the activities of other departments without direct authority over them.
• Able to make decisions independently under time pressure.
• Competent using CRM software.
• Fluent in Spanish is highly desirable.
• An understanding of customs paperwork and experience in International Logistics.

What you'll get in return

A salary of between 40,000 and 45,000 with travel in the UK and Spain. 30 days annual leave and the opportunity to join a growing business.

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