Logistics Operations Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a leading logistics services supplier, offering bespoke project shipping solutions to major organisations worldwide.

We are now looking for Logistics Operations Coordinator. Your role will be to provide logistics operations support to the business. This role will see the job holder take ownership from start to finish and be the main point of contact, with support from the wider team, on multiple logistics projects.

Main Duties

1. Co-ordination and monitoring of projects and other relevant administration; sourcing service providers, contractors and suppliers; obtaining quotes; and dealing with problems.
2. Ensuring all work runs in a timely, cost-effective manner within budgets and timescales.
3. Placing orders with suppliers; making arrangements in relation to monitoring all relevant deliverables.
4. Preparing required job documentation including RAMS.
5. Invoicing projects and providing adequate documentation for the Accounts Dept in respect of all transactions.
6. Finding and arranging appropriate travel for individuals and groups within budget constraints; communicating travel information to travellers.
7. Providing general administrative support to the business; general office duties including answering phones, setting up meeting rooms, dealing with daily outgoing post and small parcels as required.
8. Accurately contributing to month end procedures.

In order to apply
You will need to have:

1. A Logistics, freight forwarding or manufacturing background.
2. A high standard of written & verbal communication, with a confident & professional phone manner.
3. Strong interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to remain calm, focused & productive in a fast-paced working environment.
5. Flexibility and adaptability to manage under pressure and cope with change, responding quickly & efficiently.
6. Ability to plan and manage time in a changing environment.
7. Comfortable working autonomously.
8. IT literate, with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook.
9. Experience with co-ordinating travel arrangements.

Benefits

1. Salary £28,000 to £33,000 circa.
2. Hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday although my client offers flexibility with these start and finish times. They also are flexible if you need to work from home from time to time.
3. Free on-site parking.
4. Increased annual leave by service length.
5. Private Medical Insurance by service length.
6. Life assurance scheme.
7. Employee Assistance Programme.
8. Structured career development.
9. Regular company events.
10. Free on-site gym at Head Office.