Logistics Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic international logistics company as a Logistics Coordinator in Newcastle. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth transportation of goods across all modes, handling customs documentation, and maintaining compliance with regulations. You'll leverage your expertise in logistics and customs procedures to facilitate efficient operations, all while working in a collaborative environment. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a growing team, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in logistics, customs, or similar roles.
• Strong experience with customs procedures and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation of goods and manage customs documentation.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and liaise with freight forwarders.

Skills

Logistics Management

Customs Procedures

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Logistics Coordinator - Newcastle - Up to £35,000

Our client, an international logistics company, is looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join their growing team in Newcastle, UK. As a Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating and arranging transportation of goods via all transport modes, and handling customs and shipping documentation in line with client directives and standard operating procedures.

Job type: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday - 09:00am to 17:30pm

Salary: Up to £35,000

Responsibilities

1. Facilitate the transportation of goods from one destination to another, including arranging transportation and orchestrating deliveries to meet customer demands, with a proactive approach to minimise delays and operational impact.
2. Create customs and shipping documentation such as commercial invoices, packing lists, and clearance instructions in line with import/export requirements.
3. Ensure compliance with customs regulations for all clients.
4. Obtain export and import entries to complete logistics files required for audits.
5. Liaise with freight forwarders to ensure efficient movement of goods.
6. Manage clients' HMRC records where required.
7. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HMRC regulations, Incoterms, and customs commodity codes.
8. Attend loadout meetings and advise on logistics and customs matters.
9. Conduct customs compliance checks on import/export entries and handle amendments with HMRC.

Requirements

1. Minimum of 2 years' experience in logistics, importing, exporting, customs, or similar roles covering air, sea, and road shipments.
2. Strong experience with customs procedures.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
4. Strong communication skills—written and verbal.
5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
6. Excellent organisational skills and adaptability to operational demands; must effectively prioritise tasks and manage fluctuating workloads.
7. Ability to build strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendors.
8. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in processing and checking information.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK-wide for permanent and contract jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.