Logistics Coordinator (Hertfordshire Area)

Aerospheres; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerospheres, located in Hemel Hempstead, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage both domestic and international shipments. The successful candidate will handle all freight documentation and ensure timely processing of shipments in line with company KPIs.

Key skills required include experience in supply chain management, understanding customs procedures, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role demands high communication skills and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
• Must understand customs procedures and import/export requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Organise the transportation of all shipments safely and securely.
• Prepare shipping documents, invoices, and airway bills.
• Liaise with freight agents and couriers regarding shipments.

Skills

Experience within Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Understanding of export and import requirements

Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)

Communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Candidates within 10 miles of Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire preferred.

About us

Aerospheres, a Krayden company, is a trusted aerospace material supplier, providing the aviation industry with innovative solutions and exceptional, responsive service for over 30 years.

Since 1990, Aerospheres has been a reliable aerospace material distributor in the UK, supplying the commercial airline and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) sectors with a complete range of high-quality materials. Today, more than 800 airlines and maintenance facilities worldwide depend on our robust logistics network and our ability to source and deliver even the most hard‑to‑find materials - often with same-day or next‑day turnaround.

Job Purpose

As the Logistics Coordinator you will be responsible to organise the freight in accordance with our company and customer's requirements for both domestic and international shipments.

Your routine tasks will involve preparing shipping documents, invoices, airway bills, dangerous goods notes and enclosing manufacturer's certificate of conformity.

Key Responsibilities

• To organise a safe and secure transportation of all shipments
• To produce all documentation - Despatch Notes, Invoices, Airway Bills, Dangerous Goods Notes etc.
• Identifying Country of Origin, Tariff codes and Value for customs when required
• Ensuring shipments are processed in a time manner to meet company’s expectations and KPIs
• Liaise with all freight agents and couriers for collection of the shipments and dealing with any queries that arise
• To provide customers with details of Airway bills and any other relevant documentation
• To coordinate with the warehouse team in the preparation of shipping documents
• Issuing custom clearance instructions for all imports and exports of the company
• Any other duties assigned by the Logistics Manager/Operations Director

Competencies and key skills

• Experience within the Supply Chain Management or Logistics is compulsory
• Thorough understanding of export and import requirements, customs procedures and complexities
• Understanding of international regulation for carriage of hazardous material
• Ability to work both within a team and independently
• Computer literacy, which also involves adequate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Demonstration of a high level of flexibility to meet business requirements
• Comply and adapt to the company, suppliers and customers’ requirements
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills in order to effectively liaise with all external parties and co-workers
• An initiative and proactive approach to the completion of daily duties
• A methodical and consistent approach to ensure all records & entries are of a high standard