Logistics Coordinator

Distinct Consultancy Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical insurance

33 Days Holiday (including bank hols)

5% pension contribution

Yearly Bonus

Early Finish Fridays

Ability to purchase extra holidays

Job summary

Distinct Consultancy Group is recruiting a Logistics Coordinator in the UK to oversee domestic and European transport, ensuring timely and compliant movement of goods. You will coordinate inbound/outbound shipments, maintain documentation, and support IT systems used by the transport team.

The role emphasizes experience in fast-paced logistics, customs clearance, and ERP usage (Epicor/SAP), with strong communication and problem-solving abilities being essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced logistics coordination or planning.
• Exposure to import/export and customs processes.
• Strong IT and ERP familiarity (Epicor/SAP).
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound/outbound transport and scheduling.
• Manage international shipments and customs documentation.
• Maintain transport documentation and liaise with subcontractors.
• Operate Transport App and allocate drivers efficiently.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Customs clearance

ERP systems

IT literacy

Tools

Epicor

SAP

Excel

Job description

Logistics Coordinator - £35,000 + Annual Bonus + Private Medical + 33 Days Holiday + Early Finish Fridays + Market Leader + Benefits!

The Company

Our client are a market leading manufacturer who operate on a global basis. Due to continued expansion they have an excellent opportunity to join their business as a Logistics Coordinator.

The Role

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all transport-related activities within the business. This role ensures timely, compliant, and efficient movement of goods, both domestically and across Europe, while supporting internal stakeholders and maintaining operational visibility. The role includes systems ownership, customs compliance, assistance in driver coordinating, and operational issue resolution.

• Act as the primary point of contact for all transport activities across the business.
• Plan and coordinate inbound and outbound transport, ensuring schedules align with operational priorities and order volumes.
• Coordinate international shipments, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations, customs requirements, and all associated documentation.
• Collaborate with the Despatch team to prioritise workloads, manage dispatch readiness, and minimise delays.
• Maintain professional relationships with subcontracted transport providers, arranging collections, deliveries, and resolving day-to-day issues.
• Prepare, review, and maintain transport documentation, including delivery notes, transport paperwork, and quality certifications.
• Operate and maintain the Transport App, ensuring drivers are allocated efficiently to transport requests and reassigning jobs as operational priorities change.
• Handle and track operational challenges with service providers and ensure timely follow-up or escalation.
• Arrange and coordinate European import/export shipments, ensuring customs-compliant documentation is correctly prepared, approved, and stored in Epicor.
• Support the development, improvement, and correct use of transport systems in collaboration with the IT Department.

What We Are Looking For

The Logistics Coordinator will ideally have experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment. You should have the following skills/experience:

• Experience working in a fast-paced logistics coordination or planning role.
• Exposure to sea and road freight processing and compliance
• Experience of managing both import and exports in a logistics department, freight forward or similar
• Customs clearance and international shipping experience
• Excellent IT skills – including Excel.
• Understanding of ERP Systems & Principles, Epicor / SAP or Other.
• Good communication and written skills.
• Problem solving abilities and high level of attention to detail.

What is On Offer

The Logistics Coordinator will receive a competitive basic salary of £35,000 plus the opportunity to join a hugely successful & growing business. You will also get the following benefits:

• Private Medical insurance
• 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays)
• 5% pension contribution,
• Yearly Bonus
• Ability to purchase extra holidays
• Early Finish Fridays