Logistics Coordinator

BE Recruitment LTD; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

BE Recruitment LTD is seeking an Office Administrator with logistics and dispatch experience for a part-time role in Leicestershire (LE7). You will act as a professional first point of contact for customers, suppliers and visitors, and coordinate weekly dispatches while maintaining records.

The position requires knowledge of HS and CPC codes, customs procedures for international shipments, and proficiency in MS Office. Strong organisational skills and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in office administration essential.
• Experience in logistics, dispatch or transport administration is essential.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for customers, suppliers and visitors.
• Coordinate weekly dispatches and returns for customers.
• Prepare and check logistics and dispatch documentation and CoCs when required.
• Maintain company records and filing.

Skills

Office administration

Logistics / dispatch

Customer service

Microsoft Word

Excel

Communication

SAGE

Tools

SAGE

Job description

Salary: GBP13.5 - GBP13.5 per hour

Office Administrator – Logistics & Dispatch Experience Essential

Location: Leicestershire, LE7
Hours: 26 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Working hours: Between 9:00am–5:00pm, with an early finish at 1:30pm on Fridays
Pay: £13.50 per hour

The Role

As an Office Administrator, you will provide administrative support across the business while taking responsibility for a range of logistics and dispatch activities.

Your duties will include:

• Acting as a professional first point of contact for customers, suppliers and visitors.
• Good knowledge of HS codes and CPC codes, with an understanding of customs procedures and the requirements for international shipments.
• Answering telephone calls and responding to emails and general enquiries.
• Managing reception, incoming and outgoing post, visitor access and gate entry systems.
• Maintaining office supplies, uniforms, kitchen stock and general office facilities.
• Providing administrative support to managers and different departments.
• Maintaining company records and ensuring documents are correctly filed and archived.
• Coordinating weekly dispatches and returns for commercial and military customers.
• Preparing and checking logistics and dispatch documentation.
• Creating production work orders and allocating serial numbers before production.
• Preparing Certificates of Conformity (CoCs) for military orders where required.
• Supporting the Procurement Manager with supplier applications and returns.
• Assisting with stock control and maintaining accurate material usage records.
• Communicating with customers, suppliers and transport providers to ensure smooth deliveries and collections.
• Ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Following company procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Supporting other departments with general administration when required.

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable and confident working in a busy office environment.

You should have:

• Previous experience in office administration.
• Previous logistics, dispatch or transport administration experience – essential.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Experience using SAGE is desirable.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload.
• Good telephone and email communication skills.
• A professional and approachable manner.
• The ability to work independently while also supporting a wider team.

Why Apply?

This is a varied position offering the opportunity to become an important part of a growing manufacturing business. You will have exposure to office administration, logistics, dispatch, production, procurement and customer service, making this an ideal role for an experienced administrator looking for a broader position.

If you are organised, proactive and have the logistics experience required, we would love to hear from you.