Logistics Specialist

LanceSoft UK; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Aberdeen City is seeking a Logistics Specialist on a 12-month contract. In this role, you will assist in developing logistics plans, coordinate shipments, and ensure compliance with international regulations. You are expected to have a good understanding of international logistics and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Incoterms.
• Preferred understanding of Duties and Tariffs.
• Self-starter with creativity and clear thinking.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the EPC Project Logistics Plan.
• Coordinate shipment rhythms and support cost feedback on Logistics spend.
• Customer point of contact for Logistics matters.

Skills

International logistics understanding

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Logistics Specialist

Duration: 12 months (PAYE-Contract)

Responsibilities

• Assist development of EPC Project Logistics Plan (Shipment lookahead, risks, strategy).
• Coordinate and lead regular shipment rhythms on progress.
• Optimise planning to reduce shipment volume, increase consolidation and reduce freight spend (MOT shift, contract vs spot).
• Strong coordination with interfacing roles in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Projects & Materials.
• Support monthly cost feedback on Logistics spend (Inbound & Outbound).
• Customer point of contact on all EPC Project Logistics related matters.
• Verify / Complete import & export documentation, records & registers in accordance with local customs compliance requirements.
• Compliantly moving goods, whilst adhering to all policies, International Trade compliance, HMRC and Customs regulations always.
• Supporting the Logistics lead in Loadouts, arranging Kick‑off meetings, aligning all parties, controlling the flow of information and enabling collaboration throughout the process to successfully load out projects on time.
• Join and participate in all Logistic meetings.
• Loading transport requests into our freight system.
• Escalation point for NOR requests arranged via Requestor, Supplier and Logistics 4PL.
• Sourcing the most cost effective and efficient logistic solution to the transportation request.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Must have a good understanding of Incoterms and strong knowledge of international logistics.
• Preferred understanding Duties and Tariffs.
• Good problem‑solving skills, sound judgment, initiative and creativity.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, and organizational skills.
• Individual must be a self‑starter, creative and clear thinker.
• Training will be given with Logistic systems.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Supply Chain