Logistics Coordinator

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic pharmaceutical company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage GDP compliant transport solutions across the EU. This role involves scheduling shipments, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Experience in supply chain logistics and advanced Excel skills are essential. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday bonus

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a Supply Chain and Logistics position.
• Good knowledge of MS Office with Medium to Advanced Excel capability.
• Previous experience of using ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of GDP compliant transport solutions.
• Ensure all EU inbound/outbound healthcare shipments are scheduled on time.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Supply Chain logistics

Communication skills

Data analysis

MS Office expertise

ERP systems

Tools

Excel

VBA

Power BI

Job description

Role Details

Logistics Coordinator

Role: Full-time, permanent

Location:Fawdon, Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: Competitive + benefits

The Role

We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator for our Fawdon plant. Reporting to the Logistics Associate Director you will coordinate the planning and execution of GDP compliant transport solutions across the EU, delivering product to our customers on time using cost effective transportation.

By supporting the Logistic Leadership in the delegation of their duties, you will help to maintain the company's compliance with all applicable regulatory and legislative HSE requirements and company policies.

The Successful Candidate Will:
• Ensure all EU inbound/outbound healthcare shipments are scheduled on time, compliant and to budget
• Maintain professional relationships with freight forwarders and Key Stakeholders
• Communicating clear and accurate information relating to shipments with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Continually measure carrier performance to ensure they exceed committed service level
• Daily and monthly reporting; updating all shipments and entering data into system and spreadsheets
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and liaise within own and other departments to resolve issues
• Support continuous improvement projects and ensure successful implementation of agreed changes.
• Documentation of processes as per the required Quality system standard

The Person
• Experience in a Supply Chain and Logistics position.
• Some knowledge of the Import / Export booking process.
• Good knowledge of MS Office with Medium to Advanced Excel capability (i.e. Formulas/ Pivot Tables etc). Experience in analyzing large data sets & trends
• Excellent communication skills, both written & spoken. Able to communicate clearly & concisely across all Stakeholder levels and departments
• Previous experience of using ERP systems
• Knowledge of Service Management or leading service providers would be advantageous.
• Experience of transporting controlled drugs, dangerous and cold chain products.
• Any automation experience using current technologies (VBA, KNIME, Power BI etc.) would also be advantageous.

The Rewards

In return, we offer a competitive salary and rewards package (including holiday, bonus and pension scheme). Not to mention the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in a new and dynamic role within a progressive and expanding business, at an exciting time of growing international reach.

How to Apply

If you possess the experience, passion and ability to make this role a success then we would like to hear from you. Please complete your Candidate Profile on our careers site to apply for this role. The closing date is 10/08/25. For more information, you can contact us on: [e-mail]

A Bit About Us

Accord Healthcare Europe is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Accord has one of the largest market footprints of any European generic and biosimilars companies selling generic medicines in over 80 countries around the world. This global footprint enables us to deliver vital, affordable medicines to national health systems supporting healthcare professionals to transform patient lives worldwide. The approach of Accord is agile and inventive, always seeking to improve products and patients' access to them. Accord are driven to think differently and deliver more for the benefit of patients worldwide.

To continue our growth, we're looking for the best and brightest technical minds and forward-thinking business professionals. Keeping our people at the heart of all we do, we offer rewarding opportunities for those looking for continued personal and professional growth, investing in training and development tailored to each individual's focus. So, if you're looking for an inclusive company to take your career to the next level, you're certainly in the right place; come and join us to make it better.

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